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Hi,

I had a PhD interview about 7 weeks ago and though I was unsuccessful for that particular advertised studentship, the interviewer contacted me and said she thinks I would be very suited to another phd studentship coming up in the next few months. After corresponding via email she said she would get back to me within 4 months.

My question is:

- Should I get in touch with her to let her know I am still interested?

Or should I just leave it as she must be very busy with academic duties etc, and will I just come across as annoying?

Hi Chococake, I say, only if she hasn't got back to you after three months, just something light reminding her that you are interested. It hasn't even been two yet, so I wouldn't worry at all at this stage.

Good luck, sounds like a great opportunity!

Thanks. Do you think though she thinks I would be very suited to it, they will still advertise it and I will be competing against other potential candidates?

They will have to advertise it to comply with legislation but if she lieks you I would asy you have a better chance - many studentships (and jobs) which are advertised (and interviewed) for already have someone's name on them. Sounds like this one might have your name on it - suggest you drop a casual line in a month or so time asking how the plans are going (you could even hang it on the back of new governement, HE cuts etc)

Thanks for your reply, will do so :)