This is the second of five installments of “How to Get an Academic Job,” a new guide on the tenure-track search from our Career Talk columnists. Previously the series explored what to do “Before You ...

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You’d be surprised how many times throughout my career I’ve gone on job interviews where hiring managers didn’t even have a copy of my résumé - or the application I had already submitted. This ...

Academic statements are the documents that make up the academic dossier or application packet. This dossier usually comprises the academic cover letter, usually called a “job letter” or letter of ...

Day 8: Round up the extras. This post is part of Forbes’ Career Challenge: Get Job-Search Ready In 15 Days. Months after joining Forbes two-and-a-half years ago, I came across the cover letter I had ...

Retirement is often seen as a time to relax, but for many, it's an opportunity to explore new career paths or continue working in a more flexible manner. Whether you're looking to stay active or ...

Resumes, cover letters and writing samples are the first, and sometimes only, opportunity to make a positive impression on an employer. They must be perfect. Your entire work history and educational ...