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Alex Morgan

alex.morgan@example.com·+1 (555) 010-2040·Austin, TX· alexmorgan.design· linkedin.com/in/alexmorgan

September 3, 2026

Jordan Vance

Lead Operations Director

Vortex Scale Inc.

Dear Jordan Vance,

I am writing to apply for the position of [PostDoc/Assistant Professor/Researcher] in the Department of [Department Name] at [University/Institution Name]. With a PhD in [Subject] and a research focus on [Focus Area], I am eager to join your faculty.

My primary research focuses on [Scientific/Academic Question]. Over the past three years, my work has been featured in [Journal Name], and I have developed a course syllabus for [Course Title] that received excellent evaluations from [Number] graduate students. I am excited to collaborate on new grant proposals at [Institution].

Thank you for reviewing my CV and cover letter. I look forward to discussing my potential research contributions and teaching pedagogy with the hiring committee. I am available for a campus visit at your convenience.

Sincerely,

Alex Morgan

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