Emma Jonson How to politely respond to a PhD offer follow up email?
The offer from A arrived soon after the interview (obviously). Today a professor from University A sent me a very short email asking if I had questions or I was close to making decisions. Is he implying that I should hurry up?
Can a professor respond to a cold email?
Also note that if you’re sending a “cold” email and the professor isn’t in the process of advertising a position, you still may not get a response. The volume of emails requesting a lab position received by most professors in my field is large and unceasing.
What’s the best way to contact a professor?
Spend the time to personalise the email. Suggest approaches/experimental plans that will address areas of interest to the prof. If possible, go to scientific meetings and initiate a face to face contact that will notify the prof for your intent.
What to say in an interview for a PhD?
If something specifically inspired you to consider a PhD, mention it. If there’s something that’s attracted you to this city as well as the university, say so. (There’ll be plenty of time to talk up the institution and its research later).
What should you do if your supervisor is incompetent?
Effective communication is the key to good management. Giving clear directions and listening to subordinates are crucial to success at work. There is an old saying that people don’t quit their jobs, they quit their bosses. While that may not always be the case, in many instances the supervisor is responsible for making the job a good one.
What do you need to know about getting a PhD?
Your own personal qualities as a student, team-member and individual are some of the most important factors in a university’s decision to accept you for a PhD. Regardless of your subject area, you need to be the kind of person who can dedicate themselves to a three-year project.