There are a number ‘feel good’ buzzwords or phrases that you should use on your CV or application to help make your CV or application form for that great pharmaceutical job sparkle.

The following competencies and associated keywords may help you when putting together a CV or application form:

• Teamwork
  Advised, co-operated, counselled, facilitated, guided, managed, negotiated, participated, presented, supervised.
• Problem-solving
  Implemented, Improved, instigated, interpreted, initiated, inspired, introduced, investigated, account for, resolved, executed.
• Taking the Initiative
  Created, designed, developed, devised, directed, established, formulated, innovated, motivated, negotiated, organised, originated, lead, innovation, instigate.
• Coping with routine
  Conscientious, consistent, controlled, coped, dealt with, efficient, managed, performed, meticulous, participated.
• Achievements
  Accomplished, achieved, co-ordinated, created, developed, formulated, revitalised, recommended.

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