This is the third 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 “CVs, Cover Letters, and ...

Scanning job ads can be discouraging when you can’t check every box, especially when you’re just starting out in your career. However, while job opportunities often include a long list of “required” ...

You’ve identified your career goals. You’ve put in the work. You’ve earned your degree and achieved the academic credentials it’s going to take. Now, it’s time to get the job. In addition to the ...

An email cover letter is essential for making a strong first impression and showcasing your unique contributions to potential employers. Key elements like a captivating subject line, professional ...

Navigating the job application process can be daunting, especially when it comes to showcasing your skills effectively. The skills section of a job application is your opportunity to highlight what ...

You've just been laid off, or informed that your role has the likelihood of being eliminated, and you've started resuming the job hunt after being out of the game for several years. It's natural to ...

Not all job applications require cover letters. You can imagine which kinds of industries care about them (anything that involves written communications like law, publishing, marketing) and those that ...

Naturally, the biggest question is how to get this job. First, you need to go to Teffelgren, which is on the east side of the ...

When Erica Schwartz graduated from Boston University in 2017, the marketing major ran into a wall experienced by many young job-seekers: You can do everything right and still not get an interview. She ...

In a job market clogged with applications, the old advice no longer works. Here's how to choose the strategy that gives you ...