Letters / cover letter for a visiting researcher position (fabrication and characterization) [4]

Dear users,

I am going to apply for a visiting position. below is my cover letter.
any suggestion/comment to improve the text is very appreciated.

Cheers,

Sara C.
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Dear Prof. xxxx

I am writing to inquire about the possibility to join your group as a visiting researcher.

I am currently a Post Doc researcher at xxxx. I have an academic background in physical science combined with a practical work experience in basic research.

My main research area has been so far the fabrication and characterization of xxxx. The major objective of my PhD, defended early this year, was to find novel ways to modify the xxxx. I mastered the techniques needed to fabricate xxxx and characterize them with a variety of techniques.

Recently I was granted a postdoctoral scholarship from xxxx. The grant is based on a proposal entitled xxxx which I had submitted to xxxx; it was evaluated and accepted by an expert board. With this project, I would like to explore xxxx for xxxx applications.

During this fellowship I will have the opportunity to spend max one year as a funded visiting researcher in another institute. I would like to take this chance to join an academic group working on xxxx. In fact, I would like to challenge myself working in a new research field and I believe that with my experimental background and motivation, I could have a valuable contribution.

I have noticed that you have done extensive research works in xxxx so I would be grateful if you would give me the possibility to join your group, staring any time in spring or summer 2013 for a period of at least 6 months.

I have attached my CV for your review and look forward to hearing from you.

Best regards,
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Letters / Letter to the Head of xxxx Group [3]

Hello everybody,

some weeks ago I applied for a postdoc position. The application was evaluated positively. however I have to cancel my application. so I am going to send the following letter to the head of that group. But first I would like to make sure that it's grammatically correct.

Also, any suggestion/comment to improve the content of the letter is welcome!

Thank you in advance!

Regards, Sara
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Dear xxxxxx,

First of all, sorry for not responding sooner.

Unfortunately, I have to cancel my postdoc request and I do apologize for that.

In fact, couple of weeks ago, I decided to look for another postdoc position in an academic group, due to some unacceptable issues that I am experiencing right now .However my boss somehow ensured me that the problems would be solved soon, and asked me to continue especially because I am advising a PhD student now. As a respect to him, I will continue for the moment.

However during my postdoc, I have the chance to join another research group as a fully funded visiting researcher for a period of maximum 1 year. so during 2013 I will contact you again to inquire about the possibility of joining your group as a visitor. In meantime, I will continue reading your articles and being inspired by you!

Best regards and happy 2013,
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