The Academic Job Search Handbook Mary Morris Heiberger and Julia Miller Vick Philadelphia, PA: University Of Pennsylvania Press 2001 This is a comprehensive resource which starts with information on the structure of academic careers, the hiring process, and planning your job search. It deals extensively with vitae including a discerning gem of advice to tailor your vita to each position for which you apply. There are also chapters on interviewing, accepting/rejecting job offers, and additional guidance for special situations such as dual career couples, foreign nationals, etc. Todd Wehr Library Call #: LB 2331 H465a 2001 / ISBN #: 0812217780
Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In Roger Fisher, William Ury, and Bruce Patton Boston: Houghton-Mifflin 1991 A straightforward strategy for negotiating personal and professional issues. Special attention should be paid to the concept of developing options which provide gain for both parties. Todd Wehr Library Call #: BF 637 F535g 1991 / ISBN #: 0140157352
Resumes that Knock 'em Dead Martin Yate Avon, Massachusetts: Adams Media Corporation 1993 Everything you need to know to create an effective resume. Todd Wehr Library Call #: HF 5383 Y31r 2003 / ISBN #: 1580627943
Sweaty Palms: The Neglected Art of Being Interviewed H. Anthony Medley Berkeley, CA: Ten Speed Press In addition to standard advice on preparation (page 17), table manners (page 90), and appropriate dress (page 132), Appendix A contains three lists of commonly asked interview questions. Using these in mock interviews should help you prepare and reduce the likelihood that you'll be caught off-guard in an actual interview. Todd Wehr Library Call #: HF 5549.5 M491s 1993 / ISBN #: 0898154030