Dear NY,  JT here with a cover letter to a University introducing myself.  I haven't taught in a while, am older (64) and want to meet with the search committee so I was a little promotional than I am used to.  Please LMK what u think.    I am not only asking for your editorial skills but your skills of what u know from the academic side. My objective is to get an interview.  If I do that, get the interview.  I beleieve I can secure this position. Unless the psoition is wired and they have made their selection already.   Your thoughts and assistance are greatly appreciated.  Thanks again.  Look forward to your thoughts, JT