Question: I am in my third year in a tenure-track position and am thinking about applying to other institutions. What are the particular pitfalls and problems to consider in trying to change jobs? For ...

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A: I wouldn’t do that. Using sources as references puts you in a dicey position. For one thing, it raises questions like: How tough could the coverage have been if the sources now give references?

You have a job, but you want another. Whom should you ask for a recommendation? Question: I am in my third year in a tenure-track position and am thinking about applying to other institutions. What ...