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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It's good, just a few things though:
First of all, sorry for not responding sooner.
Should be more formal, like "Firstly, I apologize for not responding sooner."
Unfortunately, I have to cancel my postdoc request and I do apologize for that.
Should be something like "Unfortunately, I have to cancel the postdoc request I made". Just so you're not redundant with apologizing.
As a respect to him, I will continue for the moment.
Should be "In respect to him, I am deciding to continue with my current position."
However during my postdoc
Take out "However".
so during 2013 I will contact you
Make it sound more formal by saying something like "In 2013, I will contact you..."
In meantime
Should be "In the meantime"
Dear xxxxx,
First I wish to thank you for offering me the postdoc position at your esteem institution. However, due to some unexpected reasons at my end, I am now compelled to forgo this opportunity. I also do apologize for my delay in informing you about this development.
