Left-Pin6863's journey

I currently work as an analyst at a biopharmaceutical company, and lately, I've found myself in a bit of a lull at work. There haven't been any assigned tasks from management, and our testing has slowed down significantly. This isn't a new situation for me since my role is patient-dependent, meaning that there are times when things can get really busy, but right now, it's quite the opposite. To keep myself productive, I've been reading through training materials and looking for ways to improve our processes, but I'm curious about what others do during these slow periods. I always keep my resume updated and stay aware of other companies that are hiring, especially since layoffs are common in this industry. I have my Master's degree and consider myself a hardworking employee, so I want to make sure I don't appear to be slacking off when things are quiet. Any suggestions on how to stay engaged and proactive during these slow times?