Cover letter information

Cover Letter

A cover letter is a one-page document you send with your research proposal and curriculum vitae that provides additional information about skills and experiences related to the job you're pursuing. It typically includes three to four short paragraphs. A cover letter is important because it serves as the first chance for the recruiter to see the qualifications that make you a good fit for the position.

Maximum allowable length of your cover letter is 1 page 

How to write a convincing cover letter for your PhD or postdoc application - from LinkedIn user Maryam Ziaei, Ph.D.