Share Paper: Demystifying the Academic Job Market: An Interactive Panel Session for Aspiring Faculty and Career Changers

  1. Stephanie Budhai, Drexel University, United States
  2. Curby Alexander, Texas Christian University, United States
  3. Jonathan Cohen, Georgia State University, United States
  4. Elizabeth Langran, Marymount University, United States
Wednesday, March 15 1:45 PM-2:45 PM Grand Ballroom C & D

Abstract: Abstract: Navigating the complexity of the academic job market can be quite confusing. Moreover, locating positions, interviewing in-person and online, and negotiating offers can be quite intimidating. In this panel, four faculty members with over 50 years combined experience as full-time faculty and search committee members will address different variables shaping the current academic job search and provide insights to support graduate students, early career faculty, and career changers who seek faculty positions. The four faculty member panelists each represent a variety of academic backgrounds, experiences, and institutional types. Panelists will deliver brief presentations on: 1) identifying positions that are ...