To those who might be receiving refusal letters in such a tough labour market – you may want to adopt this approach.
I stumbled across this today.
Herbert A. Millington
Chair - Search Committee
412A Clarkson Hall, Whitson University
College Hill, MA 34109
Dear Professor Millington,
Thank you for your letter of March 16. After careful consideration, I
regret to inform you that I am unable to accept your refusal to offer me
an assistant professor position in your department.
This year I have been particularly fortunate in receiving an unusually
large number of rejection letters. With such a varied and promising field
of candidates, it is impossible for me to accept all refusals.
Despite Whitson's outstanding qualifications and previous experience in
rejecting applicants, I find that your rejection does not meet my needs at
this time. Therefore, I will assume the position of assistant professor
in your department this August. I look forward to seeing you then.
Best of luck in rejecting future applicants.
Sincerely,
Chris L. Jensen
1 comment:
You are obviously out of touch with the "tough labour market" to which you refer. Refusal letters are completely outdated nowadays. Now it is made clear at time of original application "unless you hear from us, don't contact us again, we cannot provide any individual feedback". No refusal letter to refuse.
RNB
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