THE METAPHOR
OF THE BET
OF THE BET
Every aspect of our business is a bet where we expect a return on investment, including from new talent who join our team. Our recruitment process is intensively designed to identify the boundaries of a candidate’s current skill set. Think about it – in a few relatively brief interactions, FENIX must determine how a candidate will contribute on Day 1, as well as Day 1000. There is an inherent amount of risk in this equation.
To that end, FENIX will do its best to mitigate this inherent risk when making offers to its candidates. The easiest action a candidate can take to reduce FENIX’s risk is simply to join FENIX and work hard. In the first six months at FENIX, a candidate will set their development trajectory with the evidence base generated.
In other words, if you think you’re good, accept our offer and show us what you’ve got! GREAT.CLIENT.WORK. can’t hide at FENIX, and it will be obvious to everyone on the team that you’re a rising star.
DATA-DRIVEN CANDIDATE DECISIONS
What to expect if you’re a FENIX candidate
Just like our team members do every day, candidates will generate an evidence base for FENIX. FENIX will use this evidence base to make progressive decisions that work toward an employment offer for the candidate.
Let’s be clear – joining FENIX will demand all of your strengths and reveal all of your weaknesses, so we ask candidates to embrace this mentality. Our evaluation process is designed to generate a candidate profile that FENIX will interpret for how a candidate could contribute on Day 1 and 1000. If you don’t wish to put forth a real level of effort as part of the evaluation process, so we can see where you may best fit on our team, please refrain from applying.
IS THIS YOU?
Over the years, FENIX has observed some candidate archetypes who routinely join and flourish in our growing global organization. Do any of the archetypes below sound like you?
IS THIS YOU?
Over the years, FENIX has observed some candidate archetypes who routinely join and flourish in our growing global organization. Do any of the archetypes below sound like you?
THE PROCESS
Understanding our evaluation process is important to set expectations and foster alignment between a candidate and FENIX.
SELECT A PATH
ANALYST & CONSULTANT SOFTWARE ENGINEER
SCREENING (~30 MINUTES)
We have some fundamental questions to determine if you qualify as a FENIX candidate.
INTRO (~30 MINUTES)
A FENIX ambassador will interview you a bit further to get a feel for your qualifications and provide more insight into FENIX and its team culture.
GROUP INTERVIEW (~1 HOUR)
Several FENIX Labs team members will conduct a group interview. The FENIX Labs team will be challenging, and you should expect questions that identify the boundaries of your current skill set. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions to the FENIX Labs team.
CODING EXERCISE (1 WEEK MAX)
FENIX Labs will schedule a coding exercise with you to independently complete over the course of a week; however, you may also be asked to complete a second, different exercise to collect additional data. A second timed exercise is decided at FENIX’s discretion.
CODING EXERCISE DEMO (~1 HOUR)
FENIX Labs will schedule a time for you to present your completed exercise. You will be expected to explain your development process and the reasoning behind any decisions you made, as well as demo a working application.
DEBRIEF AND DECISION
FENIX will consider the evidence base generated for your candidate profile and decide if an offer should be drafted for review.
CANDIDATE COMMUNICATION
If approved, the offer will be sent to you. Otherwise, FENIX will communicate that the evidence base of your candidate profile was insufficient to warrant an offer.
SCREENING (~30 MINUTES)
We have some fundamental questions to determine if you qualify as a FENIX candidate.
INTRO (~30 MINUTES)
A FENIX ambassador will interview you a bit further to get a feel for your qualifications and provide more insight into FENIX and its team culture.
TIMED EXERCISES (~2 HOURS)
FENIX will schedule at least one timed exercise with you to independently complete; however, you may also be asked to complete a second, different timed exercise to collect additional data. A second timed exercise is decided at FENIX’s discretion.
GROUP INTERVIEW (~1.5 HOURS)
Several FENIX team members will conduct a group interview. You will first make a 10-15-minute presentation that you prepared independently before the group interview portion. Importantly, you will include a candidate hypothesis in your presentation explaining the rationale for extending an offer. The FENIX team will be challenging, and you should expect questions that identify the boundaries of your current skill set. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions to the FENIX audience.
DEBRIEF AND DECISION
FENIX will consider the evidence base generated for your candidate profile and decide if an offer should be drafted for review.
CANDIDATE COMMUNICATION
If approved, the offer will be sent to you. Otherwise, FENIX will communicate that the evidence base of your candidate profile was insufficient to warrant an offer.
THE PROCESS
Understanding our evaluation process is important to set expectations and foster alignment between a candidate and FENIX.
SELECT A PATH
ANALYST & CONSULTANT SOFTWARE ENGINEER
SCREENING (~30 MINUTES)
We have some fundamental questions to determine if you qualify as a FENIX candidate.
INTRO (~30 MINUTES)
A FENIX ambassador will interview you a bit further to get a feel for your qualifications and provide more insight into FENIX and its team culture.
GROUP INTERVIEW (~1 HOUR)
Several FENIX Labs team members will conduct a group interview. The FENIX Labs team will be challenging, and you should expect questions that identify the boundaries of your current skill set. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions to the FENIX Labs team.
CODING EXERCISE (1 WEEK MAX)
FENIX Labs will schedule a coding exercise with you to independently complete over the course of a week; however, you may also be asked to complete a second, different exercise to collect additional data. A second timed exercise is decided at FENIX’s discretion.
CODING EXERCISE DEMO (~1 HOUR)
FENIX Labs will schedule a time for you to present your completed exercise. You will be expected to explain your development process and the reasoning behind any decisions you made, as well as demo a working application.
DEBRIEF AND DECISION
FENIX will consider the evidence base generated for your candidate profile and decide if an offer should be drafted for review.
CANDIDATE COMMUNICATION
If approved, the offer will be sent to you. Otherwise, FENIX will communicate that the evidence base of your candidate profile was insufficient to warrant an offer.
SCREENING (~30 MINUTES)
We have some fundamental questions to determine if you qualify as a FENIX candidate.
INTRO (~30 MINUTES)
A FENIX ambassador will interview you a bit further to get a feel for your qualifications and provide more insight into FENIX and its team culture.
TIMED EXERCISES (~2 HOURS)
FENIX will schedule at least one timed exercise with you to independently complete; however, you may also be asked to complete a second, different timed exercise to collect additional data. A second timed exercise is decided at FENIX’s discretion.
GROUP INTERVIEW (~1.5 HOURS)
Several FENIX team members will conduct a group interview. You will first make a 10-15-minute presentation that you prepared independently before the group interview portion. Importantly, you will include a candidate hypothesis in your presentation explaining the rationale for extending an offer. The FENIX team will be challenging, and you should expect questions that identify the boundaries of your current skill set. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions to the FENIX audience.
DEBRIEF AND DECISION
FENIX will consider the evidence base generated for your candidate profile and decide if an offer should be drafted for review.
CANDIDATE COMMUNICATION
If approved, the offer will be sent to you. Otherwise, FENIX will communicate that the evidence base of your candidate profile was insufficient to warrant an offer.
EVEN CANDIDATES PARTICIPATE IN OUR RADICAL CANDOR CULTURE
Every interaction is an opportunity to learn for FENIX and our candidates. Therefore, when interacting with our candidates, we will authentically embody our Radical Candor culture of caring personally while challenging directly. Doing so promotes cultural alignment between FENIX and its candidates from the very beginning of our professional relationship.
OUR CULTURE AND THIS GRAPHIC INSPIRED BY THE RADICAL CANDOR MOVEMENT.
PROFESSIONALISM FROM BOTH PARTIES DURING THE PROCESS
Both FENIX and the candidate will engage each other with professionalism and respect. FENIX’s interactions with candidates will be authentic, and we measure a candidate’s interaction with our organization during the recruitment process as a surrogate for how the candidate will interact when joining our global team.
PROFESSIONALISM FROM BOTH PARTIES DURING THE PROCESS
Both FENIX and the candidate will engage each other with professionalism and respect. FENIX’s interactions with candidates will be authentic, and we measure a candidate’s interaction with our organization during the recruitment process as a surrogate for how the candidate will interact when joining our global team.
ALWAYS KNOW WHERE YOU STAND
Whether you are a candidate or a team member, our promise is to always let you know where you stand with FENIX. We’ll be as honest and responsive as possible while answering your questions.
At FENIX, decisions involving people are always the hardest, but we do our very best to fairly assess each candidate’s application. From all of us, thank you for your interest in joining our growing global team!
THE SUPPORT DOESN’T END AFTER YOU’RE HIRED
As a FENIX team member, you can expect organization-wide support, growth opportunities, and a positive team mentality. Whether it is a virtual new member coffee chat, a mini-training event, or a check-in with your project team mentor, we set up frequent touch points with our new FENIX members.
During your first year, we also schedule formal check-ins at 3, 6, and 12 months as part of our open communication and radical candor initiatives. One of our primary goals is to ensure alignment as you establish your growth trajectory during your first year at FENIX. We want FENIX to be as great of a place for you to work on Day 1000 as it is on Day 1!
THE SUPPORT DOESN’T END AFTER YOU’RE HIRED
As a FENIX team member, you can expect organization-wide support, growth opportunities, and a positive team mentality. Whether it is a virtual new member coffee chat, a mini-training event, or a check-in with your project team mentor, we set up frequent touch points with our new FENIX members.
During your first year, we also schedule formal check-ins at 3, 6, and 12 months as part of our open communication and radical candor initiatives. One of our primary goals is to ensure alignment as you establish your growth trajectory during your first year at FENIX. We want FENIX to be as great of a place for you to work on Day 1000 as it is on Day 1!
WHAT OUR RECENT CANDIDATES ARE SAYING
“I GENUINELY ENJOYED THE PROCESS AND IT WAS GREAT GETTING TO KNOW THE TEAM! IF A FUTURE HIRING NEED SEEMS LIKE AN APPROPRIATE FIT PLEASE KEEP ME IN MIND.”
“I really appreciate all the help you’ve provided since the beginning of the application process. I feel very fortunate to be joining such a great team!”
“You have truly been so supportive and helpful during this process all of which has been most appreciated.”
“I enjoyed the recruitment process and it was really nice to meet you all.”
OPEN POSITIONS
We look forward to hearing from you. We review all candidates and reach out as soon as possible.
LIFE SCIENCES CONSULTING ANALYST
Our Life Sciences Consulting Analyst will leverage their analytic, interpretive, scientific, and communication skills to formulate well-thought-out insights that support team decision making and execution. The Analyst will derive customer insights through the conduct, management, and analysis of primary and secondary qualitative and quantitative market research. They will also write concise, accurate summaries of industry and market events using their knowledge and context of the pharmaceutical industry.
LIFE SCIENCES SENIOR CONSULTANT
FENIX Consultants leverage their analytic, interpretive, strategic thinking and communication skills to develop actionable insights that support client decision making and execution. The ideal candidate would possess experience in life sciences consulting, which will be helpful for immediate contribution to team projects. The Consultant will conduct primary and secondary research to synthesize meaningful insights and produce deliverables that communicate a deep understanding of company-level strategies, major challenges, and opportunities in the broader pharmaceutical market.
The open positions posted by FENIX are for immediate vacancies. By submitting your application, you are indicating your availability to join our team on a full-time basis within the next two months. If you’re unable to meet this deadline, we kindly ask that you refrain from applying until your availability matches our immediate needs.
SEE YOURSELF AT FENIX
Even if you don’t see an open position that matches your skill set, please reach out anyway. We will happily keep you in mind for future openings.
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