Why is it that when you’re ready to look for a new job, the things you’d like to apply to aren’t there? I mean, I’d be ok with making a lateral move, but a step up is always better (no matter how small of a step I make).

I look at jobs and think, “I’d like to do this job,” then look at the qualifications. I get discouraged. They’re will always be someone better than me and more qualified. I have a college degree (in the sciences) and I’ve taken some relevant graduate level courses (unfortunately no graduate degree). I can’t keep taking seasonal/temp jobs in this field. I enjoy doing the work, taking on new challenges, and continuing to learn new thing. It s**** that you’re expected to be an expert when you get your undergraduate degree. I’m just tired of trying so hard at every job I have for nothing. Tired of being low on the totem pole.

It doesn’t help that our country has elected a scientifically illiterate person. It would be forgivable if the person made an effort to actually care about science, scientists, and the environment (which is my area of interest). His ignorance makes it difficult for scientists in any position (from temporary/seasonal jobs to permanent positions).

I don’t mind moving to new locations within the US. Of course, it would be nice if I could be somewhere that’s less than 700 miles from my family.

I want to be somewhere for more than 3 months up to 3 years. I’d like to take a job knowing that there is security in the position (i.e., like not having to worry about how much I’ll get on my next pay check, or worrying about losing my company health insurance due to lack of hours – even though it’s not my fault the company isn’t bringing in enough work & hired more people than we needed).

I want to be in a house (or slightly bigger apartment). A place where I’d have enough room to adopt a second cat. An extra bedroom and bathroom for friends and family to visit me for a change. A job where I’m challenged to do something new, but building on my past experiences. I’m tired of trying. I’m tired of being paid by the hour. I want a garuanteed 40 hr work week. I want a salary. It would be nice to have a job that doesn’t negatively impact my blood pressure or csusecme to have panic/anxiety attacks (the work itself isn’t the problem, it’s the people and communication (lack of it)).

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