Career Advice

A mid-level administrator is frustrated by a lack of support and C.K. Gunsalus sees all kinds of potential problems.

A long-time adjunct evaluates non-tenure-track jobs based in part on how much control you have over the curriculum -- and explains why the issue is crucial.

I’m writing this column because: (1) I used to stare at a blank screen, and (2) I’d like to save...

One part of summer prep for the job market should be indulging in a few interests that don't relate directly to your scholarship, writes Teresa Mangum.

Claire Potter offers advice for those going on the market for the first time, those who never left, and those who are returning.

Sabine Hikel, in the debut of a new column, shares some truths about the decision to work outside of higher education.

Job interviewers often avoid asking questions about candidates' areas of expertise out of fear of “discriminating.” What’s wrong with discrimination? asks Mikita Brottman.

C.K. Gunsalus considers what to do in a department where some consider time away from teaching duties to be a privilege and others consider it a right.