In these difficult economic times, if you haven’t been a victim of redundancy yourself, it is more than likely that you will know someone who has. If you are unfortunate enough to be facing redundancy, it’s important not to take it personally. After all, it’s not you being made redundant, it’s the job. Bear in mind that, while the impacts of redundancy can be devastating, it can, at the same time, be a liberating experience and will not affect your employability within the scientific industry. Try to think of your redundancy as an opportunity for change.
So, how can you move on and get your next top science job? Here are a few tips:
1. Remember, it’s not what you know, it’s who you know: Stay connected with your work colleagues and client contacts – you never know when they might be able to help you further along the line.
2. Never give up: When you are made redundant, your confidence can take a real knock and the prospect of getting back into the science jobs market can be a daunting one. Although it may be easier said than done, it is important that you stay positive. Try to think of redundancy as an opportunity to make positive changes to your life. Even in today’s difficult job market there are still plenty of exciting opportunities in the scientific industry. You just need to get out there and find them! Here are some tips to improve your chances of finding your next big break:
- Update your CV: A great CV is the key to getting your next great science job. Both employers and recruiters within the scientific industry can receive hundreds of CVs for every science related vacancy they advertise, so it is important that your CV stands out from the rest. You should use your CV to showcase your strengths and to sell your scientific background to the reader, demonstrating that you are the right person for that particular science job. For more CV writing tips, click here.
- Get surfing: There are lots of online resources you can use to get your next job in science. Some great online job boards include Totaljobs and Access Science. In addition, you can quickly and easily search CK Science’s website for the latest job opportunities in the science industry. To search for CK Science’s latest science job opportunities, click here.
- Get social networking: When you have been made redundant, it is more important than ever that you use all the tools at your disposal to find your next job. One important new tool available to job hunters is social media. By using social media you can build your personal brand and enhance your professional reputation. Social media can also bring you closer to finding that perfect science job by helping you to establish a relationship with recruitment agencies and potential employers. For more tips on finding your next job using social media, click here.
- Explaining redundancy to your next employer: Redundancy is nothing to be ashamed of, so be honest and upfront with your next employer, whilst at the same time putting a positive spin on things and projecting into the future rather than dwelling on the past.
If you have recently been made redundant and are looking for a new job in science, please contact us, and we will be happy to help and advise in any way we can.
