JAMES R. ADAMS
1038 Oak Hills Drive | Colorado Springs, CO 80919
C: 719-593-1576 | H: 719-696-4782 | jradams@example.com

January 6, 20—

Attn: Barbara Ramirez
Human Resources
MCNC
P.O. Box 1224
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

Dear Ms. Ramirez:

I'm responding to your announcement in the January 4, 20— issue of The Wall Street Journal on the opening for Director, Device Fabrication Technology at MCNC. I have been looking for a position where I can continue to grow in my career, and leverage my broad background in microelectronics technology, strategic planning, and marketing to develop high value-added products and technologies. I believe that my qualifications and industrial experience are an excellent match for your stated requirements:

YOUR REQUIREMENTS	MY QUALIFICATIONS
MS or Doctoral Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or Materials Science.	PhD EE, University of Nebraska, specializing in Electrical Materials.
At least 10 years of management experience in industry.	Twenty-three years industrial experience. Thirteen years at the senior management level. Managed cross-functional and line organizations with multi-million dollar budgets.
Well known in the microelectronics field for technical and leadership capabilities.	Internationally recognized expertise in semiconductor technology and radiation effects in microelectronics. Twenty-six publications, sixteen presentations and three patents. Extensive continuing education in Total Quality Management, teamwork, and leadership.
Strong sales and marketing orientation with experience in strategic planning.	Director, Strategic Planning, and Program Management, Manager, Strategic Marketing. Developed plans for strategic business relationships and penetration of strategic programs. Extensive customer, university and Government interface experience. Raised venture capital in Europe and the U.S.

There are other accomplishments in my background that are summarized in the enclosed resume. I have also enclosed a copy of my publications, presentations, and patents, and a list of my continuing education courses. If there is any additional information you require, please do not hesitate to contact me. I am looking forward to talking with you further to discuss this exciting opportunity.

All the best to you,
James R. Adams