S2E16. Deciding Where to Apply and Finding a Supportive Department

This episode features a conversation with Dr. Sara Collins, a newly minted PhD and incoming Assistant Professor at Loyola University Maryland. Sara shares her experiences on the 2022-2023 job market which included applying to both postdoc and faculty positions. She discusses how she chose which opportunities to apply for, what she learned about the application process, and her next steps after accepting her faculty position. She also highlights some of the signs of a supportive department and the importance of finding that support in your first position. You can learn more about Sara or connect with her on Twitter @sara_c_collins. The show notes and a transcript of the episode are available at aboutfromandwith.com.