5.1 Preparing for an Academic Job Interview
（学術分野での就職面接に備える）
Great news! I was shortlisted for the position of a post doctorate researcher at a university in Tokyo.
Wow, that’s exciting!
When is the interview?
In two weeks.
Cool. Cross my fingers for you.
Thanks, Tom. I’m excited, but a bit nervous. The interview will be conducted in English.
It’s natural that you feel so. Good thing is that you still have time to prepare.
I know. But how should I prepare for it? I am wondering how to appeal myself to the search committee.
I recommend you prepare as much as you can. The committee will ask you to explain what your specialty is, why you’d like to work for them, and how you can contribute to them.
I know what you mean. Still, I’m not confident about Q&A.
No worries! You’re not alone. Shall we discuss your issues?
Of course. Let us give it a try.
You are so sweet. Thank you very much.
That’s OK. Firstly, let us pick up some typically asked questions and tackle them together.
OK.
Sure.