Having been on several search committees, we have seen countless instances where strong candidates make crucial errors in their application packets that result in them being eliminated. Often, applicants put tens of hours into their applications, but not enough time where it really counts. A strong application is personalized to the job posting, meaning that a shotgun approach to applying for tenure-track faculty positions will typically prove unsuccessful. The best applicants, and the ones that really catch our attention, are those who take the time to understand the position for which they are applying.
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