The Job Search Process
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Prior to your job search, it is recommended that you take some time to assess your current progress toward degree completion, long-term career goals, and requirements for personal and career satisfaction. Thinking about these issues not only helps you plan for the future, but also will make you a stronger job candidate by allowing you to more persuasively express your interests and convictions in your cover letter, CV, and interview. Take some time to consider:
- What kinds of positions am I considering?
- What specializations am I comfortable teaching?
- Do I prefer to teach at a specific type or size of institution?
- What types of positions am I reasonably qualified for?
- Do I have geographic preferences?
- What personal issues and lifestyle requirements influence my search?
- When will I realistically be prepared to begin a full-time position
- If I accept a position prior to completion of the dissertation, how will this affect my degree completion and progress toward tenure?
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