Event Details
Event Title Preparing for the academic job market workshop series (virtual)
Location zoom
Sponsor The Graduate School
Date/Time 08/26/2026 - 09/16/2026
For more information, contact the event administrator: Kimberli Kuecker kki@ad.unc.edu
Session Status Session Session Date Start Time End Time Cutoff
Registering Preparing for the academic job market - Intro to the academic job market 08/26/2026 12:00 PM 1:00 PM none
Registering Preparing for the academic job market - CVs and cover letters 09/02/2026 12:00 PM 1:00 PM none
Registering Preparing for the academic job market - Teaching statements and portfolios 09/09/2026 12:00 PM 1:00 PM none
Registering Preparing for the academic job market - Research statements and other supporting documents 09/16/2026 12:00 PM 1:00 PM none
 
Preparing for the Academic Job Market (Virtual) 

Navigate the academic job search with greater confidence in this supportive, hands-on workshop series. Through guided reflection, sample materials, and dedicated work time, you'll develop stronger application documents and a clearer strategy for your search. 

In this series, you'll: 
Explore the academic job market and application process 
Review examples of effective academic job materials 
Strengthen your own documents with structured guidance 
Reflect on your experiences, goals, and professional strengths 
 
Open to graduate students and postdoctoral scholars, this series welcomes participants at all stages of the academic job search. You'll be invited to engage at your comfort level, and we ask that cameras remain on to help create a supportive and connected learning environment. Registered participants will receive Zoom details before each session. Feel free to register for any or all workshops.
 
Session Schedule: 
Wednesday, August 26 – Introduction to the Academic Job Market 
Wednesday, September 2 – CVs and Cover Letters 
Wednesday, September 9 – Teaching Statements and Portfolios 
Wednesday, September 16 – Research Statements and Other Supporting Documents