Biotech Layoffs Aren’t Slowing Down. Here’s How to Build Career Resilience Now.

You’ve seen the headlines. Another biotech company cuts 15%. A startup shutters after missing a funding round. A major pharma consolidates post-M&A.

Even the best people are getting laid off—and it’s not always about performance.

So if you’re feeling anxious, uncertain, or like your career is hanging by a thread? You’re not alone.

But you *can* take back control. Resilience in 2025 isn’t just a mindset—it’s a strategy.

What Career Resilience Looks Like in Biotech Right Now

In today’s market, career resilience means:

- Knowing your value—and being able to articulate it

- Building visibility *before* you need a job

- Staying close to the market, the science, and the people

- Having your materials updated so you can move fast

If you’re caught off guard when layoffs happen, it’s 10x harder to navigate next steps. But when you’re prepared? You’re in the driver’s seat.

5 Ways to Build Career Resilience in 2025

1. Get clear on your career narrative
If someone asked what you’re known for in biotech, could you answer in 30 seconds?
Clarity = confidence. Start there.

2. Keep your materials current—even if you’re not looking
Your resume, LinkedIn, and story should be ready to go. Because opportunities often come when you’re not actively applying.

3. Network like it’s part of your job
Connect with colleagues, alumni, mentors, and former managers. Stay visible.
Attend virtual panels. Comment on LinkedIn. Be seen *before* you need to be saved.

4. Follow biotech market signals
Keep tabs on layoffs, IPOs, IND approvals, pipeline news, and partnerships. This helps you anticipate where hiring might pick up—or pause.
(Pro tip: newsletters like BioPharma Dive and Endpoints News help you stay current.)

5. Invest in your positioning, not just your polish
It’s not about having a pretty resume. It’s about aligning your brand with market needs.
That’s where most job seekers fall short—and where the right strategy can set you apart fast.

Want support building career resilience now (not when it’s urgent)?

We created the Career Materials Audit to help you assess where you stand—and what to do next.
You’ll get actionable feedback from someone who knows this industry inside out. So you can move forward with confidence, not chaos.