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    Well, you wrote to apply for a position, even though none are advertised. And you wrote on the 9th of this month and it's now the 14th. Regardless of the contents of your letter, I think what "needs to be corrected" is your expectations. I would be somewhat surprised if you heard back at all, much less in 5 days.
    – Peter Flom
    Commented Apr 14 at 10:03
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    This is technically from/for UK positions, but is a very useful starter guide to writing academic cover letters (jobs.ac.uk/media/pdf/careers/resources/…).
    – coffee_into_plots
    Commented Apr 14 at 12:59
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    @mini As per the help centre (emphasis mine): "for an overall assessment of your profile or odds of admission. We do not offer individualized advice;" You should update your question (or ask another) about a particular point you would like an answer about. Additionally if you wish general template/guide, there are plenty online such as the one you got linked above
    – JackRed
    Commented Apr 14 at 14:59
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    @AzorAhai-him- The question was changed after I answered
    – Peter Flom
    Commented Apr 14 at 18:57
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    if the position is advertised, are you sure there are no research proposal asked among the documents you should submit (such as cover letter, personal statement, resume, etc)
    – JackRed
    Commented Apr 14 at 19:49