Lost on Craigslist

After finishing the second season of the ABC television series, Lost, I took it upon myself to post a help-wanted ad on Craigslist Austin.

Here is that post:

austin craigslist > science jobs > Needing meteorologists, psychologists, and electrophysicists.
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Needing meteorologists, psychologists, and electrophysicists.


Reply to: job-171608677@craigslist.org
Date: 2006-06-14, 5:03PM CDT


We are seeking dedicated scientists and free thinkers for a privately-funded communal research project. Due to the nature of this research, we will be looking for individuals of many different fields and disciplines. The work itself is new and exciting and is performed in an interesting, exotic environment—a tropical island.

There are 6 unique work stations in the community area, and there are currently openings in all of them:

  • 2 - Data Entry Technician (part-time)
  • 1 - Electrophysicist
  • 2 - Maritime Biologist (sailing experience required)
  • 2 - Medical Technician (surgery experience required)
  • 2 - Meteorologist
  • 2 - Psychological Analyst
  • 1 - Seismologist
  • 1 - Sociologist
  • 2 - Systems Technician
  • 1 - Zoologist (must have working experience with both tropical and arctic fauna)

Requirements

  • 4 years of college education or equivalent.
  • Ability to work well with others.
  • Fully vaccinated against known common diseases.

Notes

  • Accomodations and food will be provided at no additional expense during employment.
  • Parents are welcome to accompany their children while employeed.
  • As we are an equal opportunity employer, persons with physical disabilities are welcome to apply. Once in the work environment, physical impairments are generally a non-issue.
  • Do not apply if you have a pacemaker, defibulator, or other medical device that could be adversely affected by irregular electromagnetic interference.

Hired applicants will be immediately flown to their appropriate work stations for orientation with all expenses paid. Are you ready to be one of the good guys? Good luck!

~Namaste~



  • Job location is a tropical island
  • Compensation: Commesurate with experience, internships are available through the University of Michigan and University of Texas
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The Replies

Believe it or not, this posting got a LOT of replies.. from people who obviously were not in on the joke. I feel somewhat guilty given that the opportunity does indeed seem too good to be true. The sender names and emails have been ommitted for the sake of privacy.

Hello. Just writing to give my input about study...and that I believe it is minorly skewed. Basing all the ideas and concepts from college educated people, is a bias in itself. Granted they have gained 4 years of knowledge, but their brains were also crafted in a college environment. Some think this slows down a free-thinkers ability to create hypothesis. Anyway, just my thoughts. Good luck with your study! Have a great day!
To Whom it May Concern: Your project sounds interesting but very mysterious! I would be interested in the part-time Data Entry and working with all the notables described in your posting on Craig's List. Please send more info! Below you will find my resume. I have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and a meticulous eye for detail. I have a particular interest in alternative healing, spiritual growth, environmental concerns and unity. Thank you; I hope to learn more!
My name is N_____. I have just graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a BS in Neuroscience. During my undergraduate years, I have obtained an extensive research experience, as well as a strong background in computer science and mathematics. I have attached my resume to this email. Please let me know if you need additional information. I would love to be an integral part of this research project. Thank you much!
Hello, I am recent physics graduate from UT with extensive computer experience. Would it be possible to get some more information regarding this project? thank you.
Greetings!
I just have to ask, "Is this for real?" Because it reads like a "dream-job!"
Very interested! Not degreed, but I can bring years of weather forecasting and knowledge to the table, especially tropical and severe.
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