9/17/2026: Writing Research Statements for an Academic Job Application

The research statement is an opportunity to demonstrate your scholarly identity, communicate the significance of your research, and show how your work aligns with an institution's mission and priorities. Whether you are preparing for an academic job search or refining an existing research statement, this interactive workshop will provide practical guidance for developing a compelling, targeted statement that strengthens your application materials. Presenters will draw on their experiences writing research statements and evaluating candidates as members of faculty search committees, and attendees will have opportunities to ask questions relevant to their own disciplines. Construct a coherent research narrative that connects prior work to an independent, feasible, and forward-looking research agenda. Develop strategies for tailoring a research statement to align with institutional priorities, departmental needs, and faculty expertise. Evaluate and refine a research statement to more effectively communicate scholarly identity, research impact, and future research goals.