(That’s a programming NOT operator for those of you who, like me, are programming-illiterate.)<\/p>\n
Anyway, cover letters suck. Especially when you’re responding to a job posting that tells you nothing about what you’re actually doing besides “implementing experiments” and “preparing test materials.” Um, that’s great, Ms. HR director… now run that by me again?<\/p>\n
The other requirements are equally banal. “Must have attention to detail and good record-keeping skills.” “Must be able to follow instructions.” Who ISN’T able to follow instructions? Seriously!<\/p>\n
On the other hand, French class was cancelled today and I spent some time discussing my academic future with one of my Chemistry classmates, who tried to convince me that third year is the hardest one (I have to admit, I think he’s right–I won’t be taking quantum OR physical in fourth) and that sticking in Honours might not be such a bad idea.<\/p>\n
Oh well. At worst, if I’m unlucky, the decision won’t be in my hands at all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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