Evaluating candidates for academic positions often involves considering qualifications, fit, and collegiality. While formal interviews showcase candidates' strengths, subtle shifts in their demeanor during informal interactions can reveal true character. These moments may evoke intuitive feelings of misalignment that are challenging to articulate. As an observer, recognizing patterns in candidates' communication and behavior can aid in assessing authenticity. Addressing these feelings and encouraging colleagues to share observations during less structured interactions fosters a deeper evaluation process and helps identify potential discrepancies in candidates' personas.
For years, I experienced that intuitive pull, an unexplainable feeling that something didn't fit during candidate evaluations, especially during informal settings after interviews.
Sometimes, candidates who exhibit certainty reflect an essence that becomes incongruent in more relaxed scenarios, revealing that their warmth may not be authentic.
Reflections on minor details like email responses or changes in demeanor during less formal moments can help identify potential misalignments in candidates' character.
A simple inquiry to colleagues about their perceptions during informal moments can encourage more open conversations and foster a more holistic approach to candidate evaluations.
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