AcademicJobs.com has launched 'A.I. Candidate Connect', an artificial intelligence portal designed to revolutionise recruitment in higher education. This system aims to swiftly and affordably connect employers with highly qualified candidates, unlike traditional job boards. The platform identifies and contacts the top 20% of individuals matching specific job criteria. Victoria University of Wellington successfully used this technology to find a Chair in Generative A.I., leveraging tactics such as keyword optimisation and bespoke podcasts. This A.I. solution offers an instant connection to top talent, allowing them to consider or share opportunities within their network. Employers receive a free 'A.I. Candidate Connect' boost when they post their initial job on AcademicJobs.com.

2. Main Themes and Key Ideas:

• AI-Powered Candidate Identification: The central theme is the use of AI to identify and connect with the "top 20%" of candidates possessing the specific skills and experience required for a given higher education position. The system moves beyond passive job postings to actively seek out talent. "The AI platform locates and connects with the top 20% of people with the specialties you seek in the area you seek them from."
• Proactive Candidate Engagement: Instead of waiting for applications, the system directly contacts identified candidates and encourages them to consider the position and share it within their professional network. "Contact is instantly made with them and they in turn are invited to consider the job, pass the job on to their professional network or both."
• Targeted Reach and Efficiency: The tool promises quick and affordable access to a highly qualified talent pool, suitable for roles ranging from PhD graduates to university presidents. It eliminates the need for extensive manual searching and screening. "It is quick, affordable and guaranteed to get you your next hire. 'A.I. Candidate Connect' is suitable for every position in Higher Education, from a Phd Grad job to a University President role."
• Integration with AcademicJobs.com: "AI Candidate Connect" is presented as an integrated feature of the AcademicJobs.com platform. Users simply post a job on the site to activate the AI-driven candidate connection process.
• Enhanced Job Visibility: The example of Victoria University of Wellington highlights how "AI Candidate Connect" can also boost job visibility through tactics like keyword optimisation for Google Jobs and the creation of relevant podcast content. "The job was posted for a second time using A.I. to capitalise on keywords for a Google Jobs Boost, an A.I podcast was created so potential candidates could hear what VUW was doing in the space of Generative AI..."
• Free Trial Offering: The document promotes a free "AI Candidate Connect" boost for the first job posted on AcademicJobs.com, encouraging potential users to try the platform. "When you post your first job on AcademicJobs.com, you get the 'A.I. Candidate Connect' Boost for free."

Go to AcademicJobs.com and try 'A.I. Candidate Connect' for free with your first job posting.