ST810A - Preparation for Statistical Research
Due 4/14
This assignment is intended to get you started on preparations for your eventual job search.
- Spend some time reading position announcements and advertisements posted in sources such
as Amstat News and the Statistics Job Listing at University of Florida.
- Choose a position that seems interesting to you.
- Prepare your CV (use of LATEX is preferred). You may wish to tailor some entries on your
CV to the type of position to which you intend to apply (industry, academia, etc.)
- Prepare a hypothetical application: include a cover letter, CV, and a list of references
(you need not secure their permission, as this is hypothetical, but use this as an opportunity
to consider individuals you might ask to serve in this capacity in the future). You do not need to include teaching and research statements for
academic jobs. Also, please submit a copy of the job's
advertisments along with your application package.