When you are job searching, it can be helpful to think of your search as a three-legged stool. The three legs stand for:
- Functional area (ex: immunology, education, public health)
- Sector (private, government, non-profit)
- Geography
Sometimes we work with job seekers who are looking to make a total career pivot, but they find they aren’t having much luck making the changes they hope. Recognize that it can be very difficult to change all three legs of your career at once. We suggest starting with one or two to begin that transition, especially if you are finding that your job search is becoming a long-drawn-out process.
Remember that if you are a trainee at the NIH, OITE Career Services is here to help you strategize our career path. Don’t hesitate to make an appointment with a career counselor.
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