There is – as in many aspects in our lives – a lot of uncertainty around the job market right now due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Especially if you are looking for a new job or in the middle of a career transition.
Some companies are hiring!
While many companies have and will be hit hard, others from various industries are still hiring at the moment. From Business Leader at Incyte to Industrial Methods Manager at Fischer Connectors, or from Global Environmental Sustainability Manager at Givaudan to Country Manager at Edwards Lifesciences . And many more at Bobst, Galderma, Nespresso, Cartier; there are various roles available in different industries.
Here is a selection of interesting companies that are hiring right now. You may be just the right person at the right moment. Browse through their websites and Linkedin job posts, as there are sometimes several open positions.
- Incyte
Incyte is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on finding solutions for serious unmet medical needs through the discovery, development and commercialization of novel medicines.
We are driven by innovation, and believe that investment in strong science and the relentless pursuit of R&D excellence can translate into new innovations that can positively impact patients’ lives. Our unique expertise in medicinal chemistry and biology have enabled us to create a diversified portfolio of marketed products and clinical candidates, the majority of which were discovered by Incyte scientists. We are advancing a growing pipeline of medicines across two franchises: Oncology and Inflammation & Autoimmunity. https://www.linkedin.com/company/incyte/jobs/
- Fischer Connectors
For more than 60 years, the people of Fischer Connectors have been reimagining connectivity, turning customers’ challenges into success stories with innovative technologies, quality products and collaborative customer support. Since 1954, Fischer Connectors has designed, manufactured and distributed rugged connectors and cable assemblies that help customers around the world produce reliable, high-performance electronic devices. The connectivity solutions are especially suitable for applications requiring faultless precision, durability and resistance to extreme conditions, including defense and security, medical, industrial, instrumentation, audiovisual, transportation, and energy. https://www.fischerconnectors.com/switzerland-en/en/open-positions
https://www.linkedin.com/company/fischer-connectors/
- Givaudan
Givaudan is the global leader in the creation of flavours and fragrances. In close collaboration with food, beverage, consumer product and fragrance partners, Givaudan develops tastes and scents that delight consumers the world over.
With a passion to understand consumers’ preferences and a relentless drive to innovate, Givaudan is at the forefront of creating flavours and fragrances that ‘engage your senses’. https://www.linkedin.com/company/givaudan/jobs/
- Edwards Life Sciences
Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW) is the global leader in the science of heart valves and hemodynamic monitoring. Driven by a passion to help patients, the company partners with clinicians to develop innovative technologies in the areas of structural heart disease and critical care monitoring that save and enhance lives.
For us, helping patients is not a slogan–it’s our life’s work. From developing devices that replace or repair a diseased heart valve to creating new technologies that monitor vital signs in the critical care setting, we help ensure that patients regain and even improve their quality of life. https://www.linkedin.com/company/edwards-lifesciences/jobs/
- Nespresso
30 years ago, Nespresso pioneered the portioned coffee segment with the idea of allowing anyone to create the perfect espresso at home. Today, the company continues as the category driver of innovation, quality and consumer demand. Our brand remains the reference and preference for coffee connoisseurs worldwide. https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/
- Cartier
A French luxury Maison, open-minded and curious about the world, Cartier designs timeless creations and finds beauty wherever it may lie. In tune and engaged with its time and constantly enriching its legacy, Cartier continues to expand the limits of creativity and enhance beauty with its savoir-faire. https://www.linkedin.com/company/cartier/jobs/
- Picterra
Geo-information is an essential ressource for the 21st century as well as a key factor of sustainable growth and an enabler of internationally competitive performance. Our ambition is to bring together Artificial Intelligence, satellite, drone and aerial data to provide industry users, public sectors and NGO members with optimized geo-information in order to monitor and anticipate changes in their surroundings.
https://picterra.ch/jobs/
- Galderma
Galderma, the world’s largest independent global dermatology company, was created in 1981 and is now present in over 100 countries with an extensive product portfolio of prescription medicines, aesthetics solutions and consumer care products. The company partners with health care practitioners around the world to meet the skin health needs of people throughout their lifetime. Galderma is a leader in research and development of scientifically-defined and medically-proven solutions for the skin.
https://www.linkedin.com/company/galderma-/jobs/
- Bobst
We are one of the world’s leading suppliers of substrate processing, printing and converting equipment and services for the label, flexible packaging, folding carton and corrugated industries.
https://www.linkedin.com/company/bobst/jobs/
- Debiopharm
Bridging the gap between disruptive discovery products and real-world patient reach, we identify high-potential compounds for in-licensing, we conduct clinical development and then select large pharmaceutical commercialization partners to maximize patient access across the globe. Debiopharm International SA focuses on the development of prescription drugs that target unmet medical needs. The company in-licenses and develops promising drug candidates. The products are commercialized by pharmaceutical out-licensing partners to give access to the largest number of patients worldwide.
https://www.linkedin.com/company/debiopharminternational/jobs/
What if Covid-19 was an opportunity?
Maybe they will be different from what you expect, but I believe there are quite some out there. For the coming weeks, I wish you lots of them and I invite you to stay active and ready (Read how in my article 5 ways to stay active during the coronavirus crisis). Don’t forget to take care of yourself and families! And good luck for your job search!
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