Category: Job Market

  • In our newest “how can we help you?” thread, a reader asks: These are all good questions, and I’m not sure about the answers. I have worked at a SLAC for past 16+ years, but did receive an offer from an R1 last year (which I turned down). I’m not sure, but I suspect that…

  • In our newest “how can we help you?” thread, a reader asks: While I certainly understand and sympathize with the OP’s concerns, I worry that omitting a part of one’s educational history (including a degree earned) is deceptive. My sense is that CVs should be complete and accurate representations of one’s educational history and accomplishments.…

  • In our newest “how can we help you?” thread, a reader asks: I’m not sure, but I suspect that (A) a longer, several-year gap might cause more problems than a short gap (at least for competitiveness for jobs at teaching-focused institutions), and (B) there’s also the issue of perceptions of the candidate’s trajectory/values (i.e., the…

  • In our newest “how can we help you?” thread, a reader asks: I empathize with the OP, having experienced this many times in the past. It sucks, and I suspect there are different answers in different cases, which may include HR policies. Do any readers have any helpful insights to share?