Wehns_World's Xanga

Wednesday, May 11, 2005

Wed, 11 May 2005 08:39:10 GMT

I caught this on Gavan's xanga and couldn't resist taking it myself. Does it describe me? Liberal - Truth be told, I actually voted for Rudy Giuliani back in '97 and Arnold on the recall ( I felt if California was actually going to do the outrageous and recall Davis we deserved the most outrageous candidate). I'm still liberal by in large though. Outgoing? I'm not the life of the party, and I'm not sure I can charm my dates, but I can usually get a conversation started.

I'd say that the traits for my date are fairly accurate.

Your dating personality profile:

Liberal - Politics matters to you, and you aren't afraid to share your left-leaning views. You would never be caught voting for a conservative candidate.
Outgoing - You can liven up any party. You've got a way with people and have little difficulty charming your dates.
Wealthy/Ambitious - You know what your goals are and you pursue them vigourously. Achieving success is important to you.

Your date match profile:

Conservative - Forget liberals, you need a conservative match. Political discussions interest you, and a conservative will offer the viewpoint you need.
Adventurous - You are looking for someone who is willing to try new things and experience life to its fullest. You need a companion who encourages you to take risks and do exciting things.
Intellectual - You seek out intelligence. Idle chit-chat is not what you are after. You prefer your date who can stimulate your mind.

Your Top Ten Traits

1. Liberal
2. Outgoing
3. Wealthy/Ambitious
4. Intellectual
5. Big-Hearted
6. Adventurous
7. Athletic
8. Romantic
9. Sensual
10. Practical

Your Top Ten Match Traits

1. Conservative
2. Adventurous
3. Intellectual
4. Sensual
5. Practical
6. Athletic
7. Outgoing
8. Wealthy/Ambitious
9. Traditional
10. Stylish

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Friday, March 11, 2005

Fri, 11 Mar 2005 06:46:52 GMT

After many site trips, loads of flying, and a few extra pounds of flesh from all the free feasting, I finally finished my interview season. All in all I had 8 interviews equally balanced between the two coasts. In the end my choice was between Gilead and Amgen; two companies both with sites in the bay area. Ultimately I choose to work for Amgen. There were a variety of positives about Amgen over Gilead. One of the appealing aspects of Gilead though was that they are largely focused on anti-viral agents (flu, HIV, etc.). Most pharma companies don't have active research programs in this vital area.

If you asked me at the beginning of this enterprise called grad school where I would be working following a PhD, I would have told you that 100% I was going back east. Sounds silly, but the more you're out here the more California grows on you. This isn't to say I'm never returning east. Unlike some people I know that I haven't been photo-labotomized, at least not yet. :) Remember I've been working in a windowless lab for an assistant professor. Amgen also has a site on the East Coast, and this was actually a factor in my decision.

I geuss I enjoy living in California and I know that if I want to live here this is probably the best time in my life to do so. I have a lot of connections back east, but staying out here will force me to meet new people and try new things. Which is great. I know going back east I could easily fall into a routine with old friends. Hopefully, now that I'm wrapping up grad school you guys will come out to visit once in a while. I think the first victim will be Joel.

PS hopefully I'll get around to updating this more frequently. With the prospect of sitting down to write a thesis looming, I think the answer will be yes.

Friday, November 19, 2004

Fri, 19 Nov 2004 08:11:20 GMT

This won't be updated any time soon. It's interview season and I'm the pharmaceutical industry's bitch!