An Academic Cover Letter Will Land You The Academic Job You Want
April 1st, 2009
An Academic Cover Letter Will Land You The Academic Job You Want
If you want to work in an academic institutionresearch institute, college, think tank, or universitywrite a first-class academic cover letter. Be sure to include reference to the specific job, your training and experience, your interest in working for this organization and why you’d be a positive asset. Let the hiring manager know in your academic cover letter how and why you’d be a great asset to the institution. Also let him or her know of any awards or special acknowledgment you’ve received in your academic cover letters. Close with a polite request for a personal interview.