The Road to Scholarly Riches

Autor: Christopher R. Beasley
Rok vydání: 2017
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DOI: 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780190457938.003.0019
Popis: This chapter discusses the author’s experiences applying for tenure-track academic positions. These included both research- and teaching-focused positions. The chapter includes an overview of the process, tips for planning and organizing your search, and some of the author’s experiences navigating each step along the way. The author also discusses his decision to choose an academic career, the choice of a research or teaching focus, and strategies he used for making himself more marketable. Specific topics addressed include preparation for an academic career, branding strategies, networking, building a CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness, developing application materials, finding job opportunities, learning about programs and faculty, initial screening, campus visits, and negotiation.
Databáze: OpenAIRE