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Professor Laura Saetveit Miles will interview a newly appointed colleague - live, on stage! The academic interview is perhaps not that different from an "ordinary" job interview? Or is it? What does it take to succeed at the interview? What are the scientific committee looking for? We unmask the secrets of academic employment.Ìý

An academic Interview is:Ìý

An academic job interview has several unique characteristics:

• Research Focus:ÌýCandidates discuss their research in detail, including past projects, current work, and future plans.
• Teaching Component:ÌýInterviewers assess teaching abilities, including philosophy, experience, and methods.
• Seminars and Presentations:ÌýCandidates give a seminar or presentation on their research.
• Departmental Fit:ÌýEmphasis on how well the candidate fits within the department and institution.
• Multiple Interviewers:ÌýMeetings with various faculty members, administrators, and sometimes students.
• Questions on Grants and Publications:ÌýExperience with securing research grants and publishing in academic journals.
• Service and Outreach:ÌýInvolvement in academic service and community engagement.
• Long Duration:ÌýInterviews can last several hours or even multiple days.

Easy to say, hard to do!Ìý

Suitable for researchers at any career stage!

, professor in English literature, renowned lecturer in career development and academic professionalization.Ìý

Language: English

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