Course Content
How Top Biostatistics Candidates Approach Their Job Search
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How Biostatisticians earn $20,000+/year more and save time with smarter job search preparation
Two Biostatisticians, Two Very Different Outcomes
My Own Success: Why This Works (and Why You Should Listen)
What You’ll Learn (and Why It Matters)
How This Course Is Structured
Step 1: Thinking Like a Top Candidate
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How to Develop the Winning Mindset Before You Ever Hit “Apply”
Reframe: Turn Setbacks Into Strategy
Fuel Your Confidence: The Positive Self-Talk Toolkit
Build Resilience: Stay Steady in the Long Game
Own Your Progress: Be Intentional, Be Proactive
Checklist: Thinking Like a Top Candidate
Step 2: Finding The Perfect Biostatistician Job
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Where Biostatistics Jobs Are Posted
Expanding Your Job Title Search
Search for Skills Instead of Titles
The Hidden Job Market: Unlocking Untapped Opportunities
Where Biostatistics Jobs Hide
Why Organizations Hire for Biostatistics Roles
Practical Networking Tips (That Actually Work)
Leveraging Recruiters & Staffing Agencies for Biostatistics Jobs
Targeting the Middle Organizations
Should You Apply?
Checklist: Finding The Perfect Biostatistician Job
Step 3: Writing a Resume For Robots
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How to Beat the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
The “Standout Seven” Skills Framework for Biostatisticians
Uncovering and Framing Your Transferable Skills
Optimizing Your Resume in the Age of Algorithms
Checklist: Writing a Resume For Robots
Step 4: Writing a Resume For Humans
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How the Biostatistics Job Market Works Behind the Scenes
Who’s Actually Scanning Your Resume?
The Structure of a Strong Biostatistics Resume
How to Start Building Your Resume
Identify Your Core Skills (The Reverse Engineering Method)
Formatting Your Job Titles, Dates, and Organizations
Boost Your Biostatistics Resume with Powerful Bullet Points
Boost Your Resume with Side Projects and Volunteer Experience
Tailoring Your Resume When You Have Limited Experience
How to Personalize Your Biostatistics Resume: A Must-Do for Each Application
Checklist: Writing a Resume For Humans
Step 5: How To Write a Cover Letter That Opens Doors
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Why Cover Letters Still Matter—Even in Data-Heavy Fields
The Real Goal of Your Cover Letter
What NOT to Do: The Generic Cover Letter Trap
What TO Do: Use the 5-Point Format
Finding Company Information: Use This 5-Minute Hack
Breaking Biostatistic Barriers and Building Rapport
Flip the Script with Your “X Factor”
Fast Personalization, Fast Results
Time to Hit Submit: Send In Those Applications with Confidence
Checklist: How To Write a Cover Letter That Opens Doors
Step 6: Boost Your Odds with Pre-Application Outreach
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Is Messaging a Recruiter the New First Interview?
The Power of Pre-Interview Priming
The LINK Method
How “Pre-Interview Priming” Pays Off
Build Your Biostatistics Elevator Pitch
Top Reasons to Reach Out After You Apply
Checklist: Boost Your Odds with Pre-Application Outreach
Step 7: What Smart Biostatisticians Do After They Apply
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The Follow-Up Formula—What to Do After You Apply (That Most Biostatisticians Skip)
If You Get A Callback: Respond With Confidence and Gratitude
If You Don’t Get the Job: Ask for Feedback (The Right Way)
When to Follow Up: Use the 7-Day Rule
Keep the Door Open: Use Rejections to Build Relationships
Track Your Search Like a Statistician
Use the Reinforcement Loop: Adjust Your Strategy in Real-Time
Checklist: What Smart Biostatisticians Do After They Apply
The Journey To Your Next Biostatistics Role Starts Today
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Put It All Together—and Start Standing Out
Private: Land the Interview: A Biostatistician’s Guide to Getting More Callbacks
About Lesson

Checklist: Thinking Like a Top Candidate

Task ✅ Have you…
Set Your Mindset for Success ☐ Reflected on your goals and committed to a strategic, growth-focused job search mindset?
Run a Post-Rejection Review ☐ Reviewed a recent rejection and captured key takeaways in your job search journal?
Build Your Confidence Anchor ☐ Listed 5 specific biostatistics accomplishments you can revisit to boost confidence?
Reach Out ☐ Connected with someone supportive to stay encouraged during your job search?
Define Your Top 3 Job Wants ☐ Written down your top 3 job priorities to guide upcoming applications?
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