Academic hiring is to horseshoes as....

Just got the back-channels word that I came in a close second at the school I had the on-site interview.

Fah.

5 comments:

  1. :(

    That sucks. Sometimes it's worse knowing that you were so close, even if it's meant to be a good sign. Perhaps it's the universe's way of keeping you available for a job that would be even better? (Sorry, I know that's not terribly helpful.)

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  2. I did my sulking, and then I found a job to apply for in Paris which I expect I won't get - I think I've mentioned my inability to speak French - but man, that'll be fun to imagine for awhile.

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  3. i just recently had this experience also...somehow, it feels more personal, at least to me.

    feeling your pain, dr. c.

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  4. Ugh. Been there, beat head against that wall. And who knows? Paris is possible. I did it, and I didn't speak French then either. Do now. Great experience. Go for it.

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