Aiming for Professorship at a Research University

In this talk, I will discuss and provide guidance on how to prepare and approach applying for an academic faculty position at a research oriented university as a first time professor. First I will discuss what is expected of a beginning faculty member at a research university. Next I will cover what you should be doing as a postdoc to enhance the chances of a finding a research position at a university. Finally I will go over all aspects of the job search process. Topics that will be discussed include: 1) preparing your CV, research and teaching statements, and cover letter, 2) getting letters of recommendation, 3) preparing for the interview, 4) the ``Job Talk", 5) following up the interview, 6) negotiating the start-up package, and finally 7) accepting or rejecting an offer. Throughout the talk, I will try to emphasize what the ``search committee" as well as the department is looking for in a successful candidate and some pitfalls to avoid in the process.