CVs for Researchers
Curriculum Vitaes (CVs) are an important tool for individuals to showcase their education, work experience, skills, and accomplishments to potential employers, academic institutions, or other relevant parties. CVs are typically used in job applications, graduate school applications, or applications for research funding, among other purposes. A well-written and well-structured CV can make a positive first impression, demonstrate the individual’s qualifications and experience, and distinguish them from other candidates. It can also serve as a reference document during an interview or review process.
Traditional CV formats are widely used for their concise presentation of a candidate's qualifications, work history, and skills, allowing quick review by employers. The familiar structure is preferred by those seeking a formal job application approach, and it is often required by organisations using applicant tracking systems (ATS) to efficiently scan for keywords and identify relevant candidates.Types of traditional CVs include:
- Academic CV
- Chronological CV
- Competency CV
Alternative CV formats are growing in popularity amongst the research community with relation to funding applications, promotional pathways and stakeholders. Impact CVs emphasise the outcomes, achievements, and significance of a researcher’s work, rather than traditional academic and professional accomplishments. Narrative CVs tell the story of a researcher’s career to showcase unique contributions, expertise, and career achievements to potential employers or funding agencies. Types of alternative CVs include:
- Impact CV
- Narrative CV
The type of CV you choose to use will depend on your specific career goals, experience, and skills. More details on each CV type below.