Good news and a request for positive thoughts

[Mikimouse]

I just found out that I have an interview at a major university for a position. Right now, it is a temporary position, but I am going to try and find out if there is any chance that it will turn into a Visiting position in the future. The teaching load would be about one fourth of my current load and would pay three times as much, so it is very attractive. The downside is that I would have to pack, find a place to live, and move, all within the next three weeks, but if it works out it will be worth it.

[flamingyouth]

Cool! That's great news, and good luck!

Sounds like a great deal if it works out in your favor!:hi:

[Mikimouse]

4. Thanks Lisa...It appears to be just the opportunity that I need...

I will post about the interview, probably tomorrow or Thursday.:hi:

[flamingyouth]

7. <fingers crossed furiously>

Go Mikimouse!!!:D

[Mikimouse]

17. <blowing kisses> Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:yourock:

[Pithlet]

1. Good luck!

I'll be keeping my fingers crossed for you.

[Mikimouse]

6. Thanks Pithlet...I am feeling very positive about this...

They were very impressed with my teaching creds.:hi:

[nothingshocksmeanymore]

2. Moving after all you've been through would probaly be good

Fresh starts are always nice. Best wishes and I'll vibe ya! :hi:

[Mikimouse]

11. NSMA, what can I say...

other than a heartfelt thank you! I cannot tell you how much I have appreciated your kindness, it has really helped me through some very difficult moments. Yeah, fresh starts are great, and this would put me into a positino to do exactly the kind of research that I am trained for. Thanks!:pals:

[nothingshocksmeanymore]

25. Here's to you living a wonderful, fulfilled life

Living well is the best revenge. :toast:

[Mikimouse]

26. Big hugs to you!!!

n/t

[Nite Owl]

3. Hope it works out for you.

Good thoughts being sent.

[Mikimouse]

12. Thank you Nite Owl...I am excited! n/t

[liberalmuse]

5. Best of Wishes!

If it's what you really want to do, things will just fall into place. Happy packing!

[Mikimouse]

13. Thank you very much liberalmuse...

It is what I have worked toward for almost ten years now. It should not have taken so long for me to finish my degree (still working on the dissertation), but I got sidetracked for a while and ended up teaching a horrendous load just to make ends meet. I love the acadame, and my students.:hi:

[Misunderestimator]

8. Do it! And Congrats...

I've found that if you take a position that "might" turn into a permanent one, as long as you do your best and show results, the employer is more than happy to hire a known commodity over a resume and an interview. Happened to me many years ago after I had switched careers. I accepted a consultant position that was temporary with the qualification that if I performed well, I would be offered a permanent position after six months. Can you work a similar agreement in somehow? Worked for me.

[Mikimouse]

14. Thank you Misunderestimator...it could work...

out that way. In my line of work, a temp. position can turn into a visiting prof. position, which can then eventually morph into a tenure track assistant prof. position. This position is in a location that I would most definitely enjoy as well, so I am very happy about getting the interview. My teaching creds are excellent, with a fair sprinkling of courses, and my student/faculty evaluations are among the highest in my current department, so I think that if I get this, I may get the opportunity to stay. :hi:

[pacalo]

9. Wishing you the best of luck! Make DU proud!

[Mikimouse]

15. Thank you 4_year_nightmare! I will do my very best to do so..n/t

[NC_Nurse]

10. Positive thoughts delivered!

Good luck to you!:)

[Mikimouse]

16. Thank you NC_Nurse! I am grateful for the kind thoughts..n/t

[roguevalley]

18. Honey, you are going to a good thing. Positive vibes on the way. Good

luck and let us know what happens!

[Mikimouse]

20. Thank you roguevalley...

though the University of Alaska-Anchorage would still be my dream job. This one is right up my alley, and in a location that I would be very happy with. Thanks again!!:hi:

[bearfan454]

19. Good for you.

Where is the University ?

[Mikimouse]

21. Arkansas...

northern Arkansas, that is. By the way, the hunting offer does not change if I move. The lease is already mine for the upcoming season and I will come down for a hunt or five or six. This does not change that. Thanks bf454!!!

[texas1928]

22. Well you will have to put off your trip to Saturn

for that horse test. Good luck on your interview.

[Mikimouse]

23. Thanks texas1928...I will still be out in space though...

but it will be in a good way! I'll post something tomorrow or Thursday after the interview.:hi:

[texas1928]

24. ON the horse test?

I still want to know. ;)