Unfortunately, I was one of the thousands of new USDA scientists let go yesterday. It was an absolute honor to work there. If anyone in the southeastern Michigan area knows of a role that might match my background, I would really appreciate it. Thank you for your support! - ThreadSky

elisabethdarling.bsky.social • 7 days ago

Unfortunately, I was one of the thousands of new USDA scientists let go yesterday. It was an absolute honor to work there.

If anyone in the southeastern Michigan area knows of a role that might match my background, I would really appreciate it. Thank you for your support!

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mngrrrl.bsky.social•6 days ago

I'm very sorry to hear it, Dr. Darling. I hope you find a suitable position soon.

jackheffernon.bsky.social•6 days ago

I'm so sorry. I hope things turn around soon

starlightshelling.bsky.social•6 days ago

https://democracyforward.org/updates/federal-workers-file-class-wide-complaint-challenging-mass-terminations-with-office-of-special-counsel/

starlightshelling.bsky.social•6 days ago

Can you join thst class action lawsuit?

msharma.bsky.social•6 days ago

Thank you for your work at USDA. Our professional community lost so many good agricultural scientists. It’s hard to fathom that we’re losing so many talented scientists. All the best to you.

shadow61.bsky.social•6 days ago

Take a well deserved vacation, and get back to work . 💕💕💕 There’s a lot of bio tech companies that will welcome you with open arms!!!

shadow61.bsky.social•6 days ago

Oh my!!! Thank you for your service!!! I just hope once the stupid lunatic will be out , you can get your job back!!! Don’t give up!!!

hawk-hawk.bsky.social•6 days ago

Thank you for your service. Prayers for a new position soon.

bluutata.bsky.social•6 days ago

Sorry this happened to you and I hope you find a good position soon.

maurscode.bsky.social•5 days ago

Thank you for your service.

nateofsun.bsky.social•6 days ago

Thank you, you deserve better.
This country sucks now

kalgatron.bsky.social•6 days ago

I'm so sorry that an ignorant administration was responsible for causing a brilliant doctor such as yourself for losing your posts. I hope you find something else soon. I'm Jay.

megynslashes.bsky.social•6 days ago

I’m really sorry and I’m grateful for your service, regardless of the length.

mightytightywhity.bsky.social•6 days ago

Can you speak to the consequences?

nashvillez.bsky.social•5 days ago

i am sorry i hope things go good for you. peace

themightyturtle.net•6 days ago

I'm so sorry. I wish you the best

schaeferlab.bsky.social•5 days ago

ND is ranked #1 of large employers nationwide
https://www.forbes.com/lists/best-large-employers/

laaron.bsky.social•5 days ago

I am incredibly sorry this has happened and pray that we will continue to benefit from your talent elsewhere.

rickmarriner.com•5 days ago

A brutal loss for public science, and for all of us who rely on it, whether we realize it or not.

Expertise cast aside too easily, yet needed more than ever. Wishing you swift landing in private or state sector, sharper purpose, and a role that values what the last one squandered.

#ScienceMatters

dmaes.bsky.social•6 days ago

I m sure if you are willing to relocate anyone number of countries would be willing to take you . This is so sad that it’s happening

konaby.bsky.social•6 days ago

Thanks for doing your part. I'm sorry these numbskulls don't see the value in your work.

cattychat.bsky.social•6 days ago

I am so sorry this happened to you.
I am sure MSU AG college would love to have you on their team. 💚🤍

stranmansky.bsky.social•6 days ago

Check out Paragon Laboratories in Livonia. My EMU alum/classmate runs it. May be looking for new talent.

paintsewgluechew.bsky.social•6 days ago

So sorry you’ve been treated so abominably. It must be a huge shock. A completely unacceptable way to treat people. The us administration should hang their heads in shame. It may not mean much but the rest of the world is looking on in horror.

I really hope you find something soon. ❤️

sousleradar.bsky.social•6 days ago

I’m so sorry.

stonedtablet.bsky.social•5 days ago

Not me but if you need a farm to crash on for a while near Memphis, catch your breath etc, head on down

phytoseiid.bsky.social•6 days ago

I am so sorry to hear about another wonderful colleague wrongfully terminated.

phytoseiid.bsky.social•6 days ago

Can you set your account so I can send you a DM?

elisabethdarling.bsky.social•5 days ago

Thank you! My DMs are now open :)

cshannonpdx.bsky.social•5 days ago

@chemjobber.bsky.social

plains.bsky.social•6 days ago

Ugh sorry

peregrinekate.bsky.social•6 days ago

So very sorry. I wish I had job tips to offer. I urge you to contact your member of Congress as others suggest: Today both Rep. Dingell & Rep. Tlaib said they need to hear from affected people (to point to help & to document harm). Best of luck. Thank you for your dedication.

krismk.bsky.social•7 days ago

So sorry! Hoping you find something soon.

fiesty406.bsky.social•6 days ago

Fellow terminated USDA employee, best hunting, and may we all land on our feet.

elisabethdarling.bsky.social•5 days ago

So sorry that we are in this club together. Wishing you the very best!

melanienewfield.bsky.social•5 days ago

I'm so sorry for this and for all the dedicated US scientists losing their jobs. Your science is globally respected and I'm horrified for what this situation means for us all. I have no helpful suggestions as I'm in New Zealand and currently only half employed due to science funding cuts here.

melanienewfield.bsky.social•5 days ago

I am doing a small act of solidarity for those losing their jobs in this current nightmare - one of my part-time jobs is a newsletter which explains the science behind important issues, I cover a range of topics including biodiversity, climate change, gene tech etc.

melanienewfield.bsky.social•5 days ago

It's got free content and paid content and I'll give the paid content for free to any science or science-adjacent person who has lost their job. I love connecting with the science community and it's something I can share. Just send me a message if you are interested.

jaredhardd.bsky.social•6 days ago

Thank you for your service 🫡

shieldheron.bsky.social•6 days ago

jenwaldref.bsky.social•5 days ago

I'm so sorry. Our federal workers are on the front lines of everything that matters. This purge is so distressing and I'm going to keep uplifting the stories of people like you.

kcaceres.bsky.social•6 days ago

Canada? 🇨🇦

julio67.bsky.social•6 days ago

What about the University of Guelph? Not far and we love scientists in Canada🤷🏼‍♀️

julio67.bsky.social•5 days ago

For any healthcare workers here’s a good thread.

https://bsky.app/profile/avisfavaro.bsky.social/post/3licslzzyws2z

freesterbud.bsky.social•6 days ago

That sounds like a two-fer!

ckcpottery.bsky.social•6 days ago

Make sure you contact your representatives & tell them how these firings are personally affecting you & your colleagues. Personal accounts, calls and office visits can impact even the reddest of GOP districts. And help give Dems stories to tell. Your voice makes a difference.

defy-2025.bsky.social•6 days ago

I am just stunned.
Thank you for your work.
We will get you back as soon as possible! 💙

drwutt.bsky.social•6 days ago

Sorry.

francinestew.bsky.social•6 days ago

Welcome to Canada

sheppolly.bsky.social•6 days ago

I’m so sorry and hope you find a wonderful position soon

andreaskantar.bsky.social•6 days ago

I’m so sorry, Ellie. We’ve lost some people as well. It’s the worst feeling.

elisabethdarling.bsky.social•5 days ago

I’m so sorry to hear that, Andrea. I know it’s so difficult to see them go.

wampwamp.bsky.social•6 days ago

Just wait a day or two for the Idiot Trump Administration to hire you back. It's their M.O. because they don't actually think before they act.

sectator.bsky.social•6 days ago

I’m mystified that you are just walking away. This is an assault on you and your department. Kick and scream and yell! Rebel! Resist!
Get together with your colleagues and do the same.
Don’t give way or give up!

rampantviking.bsky.social•6 days ago

Easy to say, but requires a huge amount of energy, time and money. Which is why such action tends to be organised by a union. I suspect there is no such union present in this case ?

grippeminaud.bsky.social•5 days ago

hard to do when you get suddenly locked out of email access and the building

jupiterdi.bsky.social•5 days ago

I hope someone snaps you up. They would be lucky to be able to work with someone like you.

drkarosentrater.bsky.social•6 days ago

As a former ARS scientist, I’m very sorry. I think there are companies looking for scientists in stored grain protection. Good luck!

readthinkbegood.bsky.social•6 days ago

That sucks. I don’t know if this will help or not but I just saw it so passing it on 👇

biknmusicmama.bsky.social•7 days ago

I am so sorry. Make sure to call your rep and tell them your story and ask them what they are doing to fight this purge.

zoeconomy.bsky.social•6 days ago

So sorry you're experiencing this!

topazstudioscom.bsky.social•5 days ago

🫂

samoart.bsky.social•5 days ago

I’m sorry. Also this is not good.

iamaholly.bsky.social•6 days ago

I'm so sorry. Thank you.

loribslp.bsky.social•6 days ago

I have no leads to offer. I have only my own experience in leaving a research role & forging my own path. It's possible & it's been rewarding in ways I never imagined. Think about your unique skill set & build on that. Can you look at state or municipal roles? Are you interested in teaching?

foxy99.bsky.social•5 days ago

With research funding cuts impacting the job market this is very good advice, especially these next four years.

caffeine.fellas.army•6 days ago

Canada is actively seeking anyone fired by the Trump regime. Probably a great place to start.

flor-ceterni.bsky.social•6 days ago

I’m FDA, where do I look for jobs in Canada?

dr-lil-hill.bsky.social•6 days ago

There is a new Rural Community Immigration Pilot program to attract talent, it's fast-tracked immigration: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/rural-franco-pilots/rural-immigration.html

dr-lil-hill.bsky.social•6 days ago

It's new,new, so watch for updates.

caffeine.fellas.army•6 days ago

Health Canada is what’s called I checked Google.

flor-ceterni.bsky.social•6 days ago

Thank you

caffeine.fellas.army•6 days ago

No problem. Sorry about all this shit. You deserve better.

caffeine.fellas.army•6 days ago

I don’t know exactly. I am a truck driver so I can just call any trucking company. They do have an equivalent to the FDA but I don’t remember what it’s called Canada Health maybe? Something like that.

loribslp.bsky.social•6 days ago

If that's true, I'm definitely moveable. I'm a certified pediatric speech-language pathologist with experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse kids & kids with complex needs. But, from what I've seen online, Canada has pulled up the ladder a bit in my field.