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Sophie Z'OursBoth Malko and I got our answers today in the mailbox concerning the researcher positions we applied for and none of us was lucky... :(
Well, we were ewxpecting it, actually, but kept hoping until today.
Now we know...
What's gonna happen now, i have no idea. What i am sure about is that i cannot expect to be given another chance in my area after two years being unemployed. 
Right, i don't feel depressed right now, because my head is still busy with my teddy bears, but I will have to consider seriously how to get a job!!!! I cannot stay like that. Either i find a job or I change my boyfriend to find a rich man (I prefer first option). :P
Beary hugs,
Sophie.
DoodlebearsOh big hugs to you both Sophie, :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: You both must be soooooo disappointed. Maybe you could look for a different kind of job until something else in a researcher position comes along. I feel so sad for you both having your dreams shattered.
UMMMMMMM! A rich man may be nice to have but they can be rather arrogant so stick to Malko the one you love. 
Hugs Jane. 
Delartful BearsOh Sophie - I am so terribly sorry :hug: :hug: :hug: Yes, stick with Malko - you'll find a job - and have your perfect man!
Stick with the bears also - they'll keep you happy for the time being!
Danni
Bine-TeddiesSo sorry Sophie, you know I know this from personal experience as I almost fell out of science too. The general rule is that after three years out of science you can't get a job as a scientist any more, ever. Its just because science is moving so fast that someone who hasn't done it for three years is expected to be out of the loop, not up to date anymore and there are too many competitors who are up to date. It would be no problem to get up to date in short time, but you rarely get the chance. Science is the cruelest business of all! You have another year I reckon! There may be another way for you also, if you can find a back door. Like get a job at a lab or museum doing something else and then gradually move towards doing research. That's what I did, but it was a strike of luck and good fortune.
Keep applying dear, also abroad, as it seems to me that the French system is unusually difficult and unjust. Look into working for Greenpeace, WWF and the like and see if there is anything in developing countries paid by the French government as support for those countries. It may not be science, but it can be biology. Do volunteer work if you can and get yourself out there, get a name, become known. The EU council sometimes has openings for scientists too, although very many apply.
Lots of hugs to you my dear friend :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Jellybelly BearsOh I'm so sorry Sophie..don't give up hon and work on your bears in the time you have. Big hugs :hug: :hug:
xo sarah
Past Time BearsAw, Sophie - I'm sorry you and Malko didn't get the jobs. Keep the faith and surely something will come up for both of you. I'm really glad that you have bears to keep you occupied and look forward to seeing the next one. : :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Sophie I am so sorry that you and Malko didn't get the jobs. I cna underestand how discouraged you must be waiting for 2 years to find the right job. I hope something comes along soon. Keep your chin up and be happy that you at least have a wonderful boyfriend and your bears.
Posts: 2,203Sophie, :hug:
Country BearsI'm a strong believer in fate Sophie, these jobs just weren't 'the' ones for you and Malko, there's better ones around the corner, just you wait and see.......all the best to you both :hug: :hug: 
Flying Fur StudiosAwww. you've worked soo hard.
Man , life is tough, when you figure out what you want to do, let me know. I could use some ideas!
Bev's Huggables PlusSorry about the jobs, but something better must be in the future for you. Good luck and God Bless. Bev
Bev's Huggables PlusHeather what is the cat you are holding in your picture? Is it domestic or wildlife cub? Bev
Baird'sBears
RATS, Sophie!
Definitely stick with Malko and make more bears!
Sabine gives very good advice!
OxfordDear Sophie, so sorry to hear about you and Malko not getting the job :hug: BUT don't give up, there will be other better opportunity in the future for you and Malko.
My very best wishes to both of you.
Beary hugs
Celena
Posts: 8,574I am so terribly sorry
Have you considered immigrating to a country that could use your education?
I am so sorry for both of you!
I wish France, and Europe, were not struggeling so with jobs for the younger folks!
It is so upsetting that a young person works so hard working to get advanced degrees and not be able to use the education they strived so hard to obtain.
