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Here we seek to impart knowledge about the strategies to search for the best academic job. The methodology has been explained in brief. You can choose any of the strategies and find the most suitable job for yourself.
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THE MOST EFFECTIVE ACADEMIC
JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES
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WHERE TO START?
Teaching and research positions require a CV. Other jobs in education require a resume
CV is long and very detailed. Resume is short and concise
Resume or CV: Please mention your career objectives How you would benefit the Institution? Don’t be vague; be clear and precise Summarize your qualifications Describe your experience in relation to the job and the
institution Adapt your resume or CV to each job
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WHERE TO START ?
Cover letter Should be in clear and professional language List additional qualifications & experience Expand on your resume Mention different projects or initiatives if
undertaken by you References
Let references know in advance that you have mentioned them in your covering letter
Social media: Facebook/Twitter Clean up your social media profiles as all the
recruiters and employers seek personal information from these platforms
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HOW TO SEARCH FOR THE RIGHT JOB?
Conduct research on your dream job or the institutions of interest
Be selective of the positions you apply for Consult with your guide or mentor Assess your credentials & experience Network and let others know you are looking for job Try information interview by reaching out to potential hiring
managers in colleges and universities
Keep yourself motivated with a defined job search schedule
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Where to look?
There are many job posting sources:
Academic job boardUniversity HR job posting sitesEducation magazine job ad sectionsOnline job search websitesOnline resume posting sitesOld-fashioned resume dropping
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Merits of posting resume online
Online resumes help make passive connection with employers
Online resumes make you visible to employers everywhere It allows more room for creativity than the traditional
resume ever did Online resumes make it possible for employers to see that
you’re investing time, patience, and creativity in both yourself and your future career
About EdujobsCanada
Edujobscanada.com is a niche Canadian job board specialized in academic and research job posting for
colleges, universities, research centers, and institutions looking to hire candidates with advanced
education and qualifications. Since 2006, we have been helping employers make targeted job postings
that lead to smart hiring connections.
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