The Biotechnology Human Resource Council (BHRC) is Canada’s leading source for biotechnology skills development, and human resource information. BHRC’s research, reports, courses, job bank, and programs promote careers, assist companies with human resource issues, and encourage continuing education within the industry.
BHRC is responsible for:
Helping Canadian companies and academia develop the highly skilled staff necessary for commercial success.
Facilitating industry involvement in skills training and knowledge upgrading for employees.
Helping the Canadian biotechnology sector strategically manage its workforce with human resource tools and human resource intelligence services.
Facilitating the entry of new workers to the biotechnology sector through the communication of job opportunities to a broad audience.
BHRC Services Petri Dish – Where great Biotechnology Careers and Talent are Cultured The Petri Dish offers career seekers unparalleled access and visibility to help them connect with Canadian employment opportunities in biotechnology and the life sciences. Whether you're a student looking for a work practicum or summer/full time employment, or a seasoned biotechnology professional looking for new career opportunities, consider the Petri Dish a valuable service to get your foot in the door!
Unlike other career portals, the Petri Dish focuses exclusively on careers in biotechnology and life sciences. As a result, it is a much sought-after recruitment tool amongst HR professionals. We've been helping industry for over six years find the talent they need to accelerate the hiring process. Visit www.petridish.ca to find out more.
Career Focus Program - Sparking Interest in Biotechnology The Career Focus Program helps provide young Canadians with valuable work experience in the biotechnology sector. This initiative provides cash incentives to organizations for the creation of employment opportunities for youth.
Skills Development BHRC introductory and regulatory courses help organizations get started on the path to success. Courses include Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Laboratory Practices, Good Clinical Practices, Patent Protection, and Introduction to Biotechnology. Visit www.bhrc.ca/career/courses to find out more.
Latest Human Resource Trends BHRC ongoing industry research reports the latest trends and hot topics of biotechnology human resource issues. Visit www.bhrc.ca/career/reports to review our latest biotechnology Sector Study.