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Clearly argue why it is logical for you to apply for the position and why it is logical for the hiring committee to consider your application. Indicate what contributions you will make to the organization, department, company or lab and how you will fit in.  \nWrite to your target audience. The focus of your cover letter will differ depending on your field and whether you are applying for a post-doc, faculty, research, government, non-profit, or industry positions.  \nClose with a summary sentence of your qualifications and confident statement that you can make a contribution.  \nConcluding Paragraph – what you want: Cover the logistics. Indicate that your CV or resume, references and supporting documents are included. 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