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Revolutionary NHS early-detection cancer trials launch through the help of CK Group
The NHS, through the support of CK Group, has this week launched the world’s largest trial of the pioneering early-detection cancer test, which can identify 50 types of cancer before symptoms start – including many that are difficult to diagnose. More than 100,000 people will take part in the trial by providing blood samples to be […]
MassBio’s employment trends report
MassBio's recent report on employment trends in Massachusetts has showed some interesting results. It found that...
Exciting times at CK Group
As we approach our 30th anniversary of recruiting staff for the science sectors, CK Group has welcomed a number of new staff to join our teams both in the UK and internationally. We are continuing to grow across our scientific, clinical and engineering divisions, and are delighted to welcome our new team members. They have […]
How companies are managing flexible working post lockdown: what our survey revealed
We recently carried out a survey across a range of organisations in the life sciences arena within the UK, which explored their plans for returning to work once lockdown restrictions allowed.
Women in Industry: Judith Love Cohen
Some of the best, brightest and bravest engineers are women, yet we hear them talked about so infrequently that their contributions to STEM are often overlooked simply because many are unaware of them.
How has the Covid-19 pandemic affected job seekers in the UK?
We recently surveyed some of our candidates who have found new roles to investigate the latest trends in recruitment and see what these could mean for future job seekers.
Hiring Managers: Change your recruitment methodology
The latest KPMG/REC UK Report on Jobs highlights the sharpest growth in permanent placements in 23 years, and the fastest growth in temporary recruitment in over six years.
CK Group earns Supplier Excellence Award from KellyOCG for delivering unrivalled workforce solutions
CK Group was one of 23 suppliers recently recognised at a virtual ceremony by KellyOCG, the outsourcing consulting group of Kelly, with a Supplier Excellence Award for providing superior workforce solutions.
We’re going to be at MassBio Career Fair
On May 26th, we’re attending the MassBio Virtual Career Fair hosted by MassBioEd. The event is open to anybody working or interested in careers in biotechnology in Massachusetts, and will give attendees access to current opportunities as well as a wealth of information and advice on careers in science. CK Group will be hosting a […]
World Health Day 2021: building a fairer, healthier planet
This year, World Health Day is aiming to highlight inequalities in health and welfare within and between countries, and build a world that is fairer and healthier post Covid-19.
A year of working through Covid-19: an interview with a contractor
While many businesses closed their doors last March and office workers adapted to new ways of working, those in the science sectors have continued on the frontline to keep things moving safely.
British Science Week 2021: The Matilda Effect
This week is British Science Week, which is a ten day celebration of all things science, technology, engineering and maths. For 2021, British Science Week is challenging stereotypes in science and celebrating the diversity of those working in STEM careers, by sharing the stories of the inspiring individuals working in laboratories, innovation centres, universities and […]
CK donates £10,000 to two hospice charities
Just before Christmas, CK Group made £5,000 donations to two hospice charities – Garden House Hospice Care based in Stevenage and Ashgate Hospice Care based in Chesterfield – in an effort to bring some joy during an uncertain and difficult time. The Coronavirus pandemic and ongoing lockdown restrictions have put a huge strain on charities across the country, as […]
LinkedIn’s ‘Jobs on the Rise’ report for medical science
LinkedIn last week released a special edition of its Emerging Jobs Report for 2021, taking a closer look at how Covid-19 has affected the jobs landscape in the UK and, specifically, the roles that have experienced the highest growth over the last several months. The report found that specialised medical professionals has been one of the fastest […]
LinkedIn’s ‘Jobs on the Rise’ report 2021 for medicine and healthcare
LinkedIn last week released a special edition of its Emerging Jobs Report for 2021, taking a closer look at how Covid-19 has affected the jobs landscape in the UK and, specifically, the roles that have experienced the highest growth over the last several months. The report found that specialised medical professionals and healthcare supporting staff have been […]
Future opportunities in chemistry – watch the webinar
On the 20th January, we joined a webinar hosted by The Royal Society of Chemistry on future opportunities in chemistry and employment growth areas, alongside the pharmaceutical company Pfizer.
INRALS Life Sciences Market Information Report is here
As a member of INRALS (International Network of Recruitment Agencies in Life Sciences), CK Group proudly share our most recent Life Sciences Market Knowledge publication.
CK Group has shown their commitment to racial equality by signing up to the Race at Work Charter
Business in the Community (BTIC) in partnership with the government is pleased to announce that the CK Group has signed up to the Race at Work Charter, an initiative designed to improve outcomes for black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) employees in the UK.
Watch our webinar on demand
We hosted a webinar on the 14th October on how to work with a recruitment agency and why you should consider it.
IR35 Q&A video with Chris Humphreys
On 6th April 2021, HMRC made changes to IR35 legislation meaning that the responsibility for contractor IR35 assessment shifted from the intermediary to the client. To help contractors and clients understand the changes to the legislation, we hosted a Q&A to answer the most frequently asked questions. Operations Director Liam O’Connell and Clinical Recruitment Manager […]
