I started a job in Sept. There are only 6 people at the institute. One just retired. I was discouraged from applying. There will be few choices to move up so ce we are so small. We do research on social determinants of health. What frustrates me is that although I do not have all the exact experience they want, I have transferrable skills that I feel they are not recognizing. And I've had either “senior” or “director” jobs for the last 12 years or so. I love this organization and was happy with my move and feeling hopeful and settled but this really upsets me. I talked to my boss twice and to her and the E.D. once. Boss really gave me time. E.D. mostly wanted to hear himself pontificate. I'm done discussing it. I just need some thought to hold onto to keep me motivated while I recover from the blow I guess. They will learn what I can do over time.