Preparing for an Academic Job Search
Abstract
Overview of Academic Job Search
Begin by determining personal and institutional "fit"
- Develop dossier (CV, cover letter, etc.) based on your chosen career path and institutional type
- Look over job ads in your field, making sure to research institutions thoroughly and tailor your materials to a specific institution
- Prepare for the academic job interview
- Consider how to negotiate if and when the job offer is made
Begin by determining personal and institutional "fit"
- Develop dossier (CV, cover letter, etc.) based on your chosen career path and institutional type
- Look over job ads in your field, making sure to research institutions thoroughly and tailor your materials to a specific institution
- Prepare for the academic job interview
- Consider how to negotiate if and when the job offer is made