Talent Talkbox
Talent Talkbox
Podcast Description
Talent Talkbox is the podcast dedicated to exploring the evolving world of talent acquisition in the life sciences industry. In each episode, we connect with talent leaders, hiring experts, and industry innovators who are shaping future-ready workforces in biotech, pharma, CDMO, and CRO sectors.
We uncover transformative approaches, and innovative hiring practices that are redefining how life sciences organizations attract, retain, and develop top talent. Through insightful conversations and inspiring stories, you'll gain actionable takeaways to enhance your own hiring practices.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on topics related to talent acquisition, such as innovative hiring practices, talent intelligence, recruitment technology, and the impact of AI on hiring. Episodes include themes like the role of learning and development as an enabler of talent acquisition, and strategies for attracting Generation Z talent. Specific examples include discussions on how to use talent intelligence to enhance recruitment strategies and integrate AI in the hiring process.
Talent Talkbox is the podcast dedicated to exploring the evolving world of talent acquisition in the life sciences industry. In each episode, we connect with talent leaders, hiring experts, and industry innovators who are shaping future-ready workforces in biotech, pharma, CDMO, and CRO sectors.
We uncover transformative approaches, and innovative hiring practices that are redefining how life sciences organizations attract, retain, and develop top talent. Through insightful conversations and inspiring stories, you’ll gain actionable takeaways to enhance your own hiring practices.
Authenticity at Work: Unlocking Growth, Fulfilment and Leadership through Being Yourself with Maja Pedersen, Chief Quality Officer at FUJIFILM Biotechnologies
Maja Pedersen discusses why authenticity, individuality, and psychological safety are key to thriving in leadership. Drawing on her experience leading diverse global teams, Maja shares how leaders can build trust, balance fit and diversity in hiring, and empower others to bring their full selves to work.
What You’ll Learn:
– How to lead with integrity while staying true to your individuality
– Strategies for building inclusive, high-performing teams
– The balance between team fit and encouraging diverse perspectives
– Why psychological safety starts with leaders going first
– Advice for bringing authenticity into your work, even in uncertain environments
Top Quote:“Seek to understand before you try to be understood. That mindset opens up a world of connection.”
About Maja:
Maja is responsible for driving the quality assurance, quality control and regulatory affairs for the global FUJIFILM Biotechnologies network. She has 20 years of leadership experience in the life sciences and biopharma space holding senior leadership positions in quality assurance and control, regulatory affairs and external manufacturing.
She has experience with the successful start-up of large scale manufacturing capabilities ensuring commercial manufacturing licenses for a number of life changing products. Maja drives a quality culture with focus on the patient and with a firm belief in quality as an enabler, resulting in strong ownership of quality across functions.
About the Elevate Series:
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If you'd like to share your insights on the Elevate series or learn more about Vector Talent, get in touch.
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