Pathways to the Engineering Professoriate: Tools and Tactics for the Academic Job Market (Seminar for Graduate Students)
Are you considering a career in academia after completing your graduate degree? This seminar will provide a comprehensive overview of the academic job landscape, including the range of faculty positions at research-intensive universities, teaching-focused institutions, and community colleges. We’ll cover the key application materials – such as CVs, research statements, teaching philosophies, and diversity statements – and offer strategies for tailoring them to different institutions. Whether you’re planning to go on the academic job market this year or are simply exploring future options, this session will equip you with the tools and insights needed to navigate the academic job market with confidence.
Key Topics Covered: (1) where to search for and find academic job announcements, (2) the types of academic jobs most common for post-graduates to pursue, (3) timeline of the job search process, (4) documents needed to submit in the application, (5) references, (6) high-level tips for job talks, and (7) resources.
When
Monday, November 17, 2025 | 12:30 pm - 1:30 pmWhere
Engineering BuildingRoom: ENGR 108
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