In the MLA Handbook, however, Gibaldi finds that it is rarely appropriate to use italics for emphasis in writing research papers (95) and that In research papers and manuscripts submitted for publication, words that would be italicized in print are best underlined (94).
Follow-Up Calls. Wait seven to 10 days to call a potential employer after a job interview. If the employer gave you a shorter timetable, wait until the day after the date he gave you before calling to inquire about the position.
Annie Fisher writes that jobs generally stay open for about 45 days, according to research from StartWire (a service we've highlighted previously for delivering status updates on job applications). So counting 45 days from the job posting date, you might assume you didn't get the job.