- Sometimes, not getting the right job for a long time can be very disappointing and can lead professionals to take up any old job that comes their way. This not only harms their chances of getting the job they wanted but also puts a negative mark on their resume. Look for a job profile and position that truly fits you and that will help you rise in your career.
- Don’t take a job that does not interest you or does not match your skills set. Consider in detail your professional strengths, your qualities, and your career goals and look for a job that best meets these criteria.
- Do not take a job without researching its future potential. Get information on the up-and-coming fields in biotechnology and match your skills and knowledge with them. Look for a job that has high growth potential and which will give you an experience that will be valued by your future employers.
- Research a company well before making a commitment to join. Analyze whether the mission and vision of the company meshes with your personal goals and values. Any mismatch can lead to frustration and low performance at the workplace later.
- Do not forward any document that looks unprofessional. Doing so can damage your image in front of your potential employer.
- Do not show up unprepared for an interview. An interview gives your future employer a chance to judge you one-on-one. Slovenly dress or a lack of knowledge of the company will not make a good impression on the interviewer.
- Never give incorrect information on your resume or during a personal interview. Putting your integrity in doubt can be dangerous as many organizations will check the references and work history that you provide.
- Failure to follow up after an interview increases your chances of not getting the job. Remain in touch with the HR manager who interviewed you to show that you are genuinely interested in joining the organization.
- That said, frequent calls to an HR manager can irritate him or her. Respect the other person’s time, and make your follow-up call after a decent interval has passed.
- Be confident but not arrogant. While you may think you are reflecting your confidence to your potential employer, the interviewer may see it as an attitude problem.
- Last, but certainly not least, do not lose your hope of finding the right job. Your job search efforts will decide your next job. So do not stop till you find the job you desire!
The right qualifications and experience do not always end up getting you the right job. Biotechnology professionals need to show professional discipline and exercise good etiquette to win over a potential employer and get the job they have been waiting for. A single mistake in the process can let an excellent opportunity go to waste.
