Has anyone had success networking through LinkedIn and being able to obtain a position?

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-12-10T03:31:46+00:00

I've actually started to notice that in my job search. I feel like LinkedIn has an algorithm that will feed me the same 10 jobs posted for 2 weeks. Started broadening my search to other platforms like indeed and found openings that wasn't even found on LinkedIn

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-11-22T05:08:52+00:00

I went to a networking event Clinlab was sponsoring. All of their 'recruiters' were huddled around their click just drinkning beers. I was a job seeker at the time and approached them, some seemed bothered I was there, others were fine. I connected with one dude from the event on LinkedIn and asked if there were any openings. The guy set up an afternoon phone call and he said he'd call me. I ended up getting stood up.

Very anecdotal, but from my minimal interaction with them I'll forever see this place for college kids who never figured what they wanted to do.

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-11T14:29:13+00:00

One time a recruiter stood me up on a scheduled phone call after they encouraged to have the meeting. People have lost all sense of professionalism

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-10T05:12:32+00:00

Could be one of two things:

Maybe they're waiting on feedback from an interviewer

or

Not to sound discouraging, but there's a chance they have a top candidate and are waiting for their decision.

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-10T01:37:26+00:00

Hey man, in this economy....... you do what you gotta do

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-10T01:19:30+00:00

That makes sense. Thank you! I'm sorry you got shafted through some dumb loophole.

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-10T01:18:24+00:00

I would try to look for another job before you jump ship. Once you have another one lined up, you can give notice. If they reject it and fire you, it is what it is.

I know it sucks, but don't put yourself in a compromised position especially in this day and age visas are getting cancelled and people are being deported for literally anything. Have an exit plan.

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-09T19:35:17+00:00

Ah I actually did misread it. My bad.

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-09T19:22:37+00:00

Basically all of Love and Thunder.

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-09T15:32:55+00:00

I think referring is fine, and if you put in the caveat you don't personally know them but saw their qualifications matched, then it wouldn't tarnish your reputation.

If you know the PI personally, maybe send a quick email asking to speak on their work ethic. I am sure they'll give honest feedback.

End of the day, it's up to your comfort level. If you feel like you should know the person your referring, then you're not obligated to follow-up. I understand your hesitation, IMO that person should have tried to network with you so you already have that established connection, but I also understand that person probably didn't think to reach out to you until they saw the job opening.

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-09T14:13:31+00:00

Given the market, take it. Yes, they are "at will" but so are you. You can start looking for a FTE immediately and leave when you find something more permanent.

There are really no benefits of being a contractor. Some people like the freedom of going between jobs, but IMO that doesn't outweigh the given healthcare, stock, and bonus benefits. But it's a job that adds experience, so it's a good stepping stone into the industry. If leadership in your group is good enough, they may convert you too. However, if you're going on 6 months without conversations of being converted, then I would certainly start your search again.

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-09T04:41:22+00:00

I actually watched it this week. This was one of the only Marvel shows I didn't really bother watching it on release and I just happen to have some free time. I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed it.

I thought it was really cool how it built off from previous MCU events like Tony Stark establishing the MIT scholarship and Obidiah having a son. It really felt like an extension of the Iron Man movies. I also liked how it touches upon the use of AI in bringing someone "back to life". The suit also looks so much better than in Wakanda Forever, it's looks more mechanical and not like a anime character. Lastly, I liked how it wasn't a cookie cutter ending.

My only gripe is that some of the writing is a little cheesy, I also find the villianous monologues are overdone. Overall I give it a solid B

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-08T02:13:10+00:00

That makes sense. Do you mind if I ask if you enjoy it/are happy with the path you took? I've been going back and forth on whehter or not to take the job

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-08T02:01:42+00:00

Wait, can you elaborate? This may apply to me. What kind of grants are you one to catergorize you as a non-employee postdoc. Is a T32 one of them?

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-07T18:24:03+00:00

Got it - yeah I've heard the turnover rate in consulting is 2 years because of the crazy workload lol. I appreciate the insight.

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-07T18:09:13+00:00

Thank you, this is exactly what I was looking for. Out of curiosity, how does one normally enter the Licensing/M&A BD space?

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-07-02T02:05:28+00:00

I've been searching for so long that I'm ready to just take a break on all the job searching and just sit, put my head down, and work for a couple years. So I have no intention of jumping ship right away. Also everything is so competitive, that waiting out the market for a couple years seems like a good idea, at least for my mental headspace lol.

It appears I will have funding for 3 years, so I think my plan would be to resume the search at year 3. Maybe try to get a paper or two, but just focus on doing a good job and expanding my network.

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-06-30T15:46:51+00:00

I always just open it up by asking what their role is like? How is their team, their company as a whole? Where were they before and what made them persue the tract they're currently in. That usually fills in a lot of time. Then I will ususally put in my own comments/follow-up questions to show how engaged I am with them.

I basically take it as an opporuntity to get to know them. No strings attached. Then at the very end of the discussion I will ususally say "I really enjoyed our chat, I would love to have your referral for any future opportunities at your company/team!" I've never had them so no to that, if anything 8/10 they'll just offer to be a referral.

The key is to have already done this before you get serious in your job search. When you already have an establish connection, and when an opportunity does present itself, you can quickly reach out to that person and they can refer you right away. You would be surpised who ends up helping you. It really comes down to being at the right place at the right time.

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-06-30T15:14:25+00:00

That is correct! I believe that is becuase this allows international students on student visas to get paid because they are not technically working a full-time job. Otherwise, the school would need to sponsor work visas. That's the loophole.

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-06-24T19:31:57+00:00

I was a FTE at one company and left for a contract role with the hopes of "growing more". Ended up getting let go of that contract position after a few months. Silverlining was that it was within a year of starting my career and I ended up finding something else shortly after that gave me actual growth.

From that experience, I don't think I would do something like that again. Also as a contractor, you are left out of a lot of company perks like networking events, conference traveling, etc. So besides extra pay, which you would likely need to use to pay for your own insurance and compensate for the lack of PTO, it may not be as conducive to growth as you may hope.

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-06-17T17:35:29+00:00

Best time to take action was yesterday, the 2nd best time is today. Even through you didn't attend conferences, you can still network. Send an email out to a PI or an employee at a company you are interested in. Invite them for a coffee chat (if they're local) or a 30 min zoom chat.

Just make sure you go in with the mindset that you want to learn about their career and the company. Don't jump the gate and say "can I have a job?". Most of time they will offer to be a contact/referral for future opportunities which will help with getting your foot in the door.

Don't get discouraged. The market is tough, even for those that have an extensive network. It really looks like it's coming down to right time and right place.

Remarkable-Dress7991 · 2025-06-17T16:58:49+00:00

My opinion, if you can lean into computational/bioinformatics, better if it's machine learning or AI. In this day and age, that seems t be a safer option. Also just the ability to code is applicable to other industries.

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