CVResume Workshop

Derek Haseltine MEdAssistant Director JHMI Professional Development Office

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

Professional Development Office

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdowwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

Donna Vogel MD PhD Director dvogeljhmieduResearch communications courses (Grantcraft Writing for PublicationScientific Presentations) Communications and your research career Intersession course individual career counseling

Derek Haseltine MEd Assistant Director dhaseltinejhmieduCareer counseling career skills workshops employer relations career panels and speakers biomedical career fair mock interviews

Michele Diffenderffer Administrative Coordinatormdiffen2jhmieduCommunications listserv marketing scheduling

If you are planning your route to an independent career we can help

Objectives

bull

Distinguish between CV and Resume

bull

Overview content and formatting

bull

Outline cover letters

A little help from my friends Faculty Assistant Dean Thomas Jefferson University Assistant Professor Goucher CollegeAssistant Professor Morgan State UniversityAssistant Professor Rhode Island CollegeAssociate Professor Towson UniversityAssistant Professor University of Pennsylvania MedicineProfessor Johns Hopkins Medicine

Recruiters and Hiring Managers VP and Director Boston Consulting GroupRecruiting and Labor Compliance Manager Clinical Research Management Inc VP Intellectual Property Human Genome Sciences Recruiter McKinsey amp Company Postdoctoral Recruitment Specialist National Institutes of Health Human Resources Manager MedImmuneCareer Outreach Manager ScienceCareersorgAAASPatent Examiner Supervisor United States Patent and Trademark Office Program Manager BiorelianceEditor ScienceCareersorg

CV vs Resume

ResumeResume

Focus Career summary thattypically includes educationwork experience skills andother related experience

Provides brief snapshot

of skillsand experience tailored to aspecific job

Length Typically 1-2 pages

Crucial List of transferableskills and experiences

Curriculum Vitae (CV)Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Focus A longer morecomprehensive document thatrepresents academicachievements and scholarlypotential

Provides a full summary ofeducational background andresearch

Length Flexible

Crucial Full list of publications presentations research summary etc

CV vs Resume Target Audience

vs

CV ndash Primarily academia and research-driven environments and

Academic amp Industry Research

Academic Faculty positions

Fellowships amp Grants

Resume- Positions outside of academia and research

Consulting

Business amp Marketing

Communications amp Writing

Legal

Industry non-research

Getting started

To help organize your CVResume take a self-inventory of your

Marketable characteristicsndash

Accomplishments and achievements

ndash

Skills Techniques etc

ndash

Qualities that would be of value to potential employers

ndash

What story do you want to tell

CVs Standard categories bull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience ndash

Clinical ndash

Research ndash

Teaching ndash

Professional ndash

For MPHrsquos- distinguish between Clinical and Public Health

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

Presentations

bull

Publications

bull

CertificationsLicensure

Header (Contact Information)

bull

Full Name amp Title (ie PhD MS RN JD MPH PharmD etc)

bull

Street address city state zip code

bull

Telephone rsquos (Home Cell Work)

bull

Email Address

bull

Optional Lab information

bull

DO NOT include Social Security age gender marital status race ethnicity religion political affiliation or picture

Tip Your Name should be prominent Use bold andor larger type to catch the readerrsquos attention Keep it concise

Education

bull

List degrees in reverse chronological order starting with your most recent degree

bull

GPA

bull

Includendash

Name of Institution Location (City and State)ndash

Degree earned and majorfield of studyndash

Date obtained -or-

dates attended

bull

Recommended for PhD ndash

Dissertation ndash

Advisor or ldquoCommitteerdquo

bull

Can combine Postdoc

and re-title section Education and Training

Research Experience

bull

List the institution department and name of your advisor

bull

Include a few statements that overview your research with particular attention to the purpose of your research relevant findings and

conclusion

bull

Avoid 1st

person narrative

bull

Aim for truncated summaries

Tip Just as important as ldquoWhere did you get your PhDrdquo is ldquoUnder whom did you postdocrdquo Include your advisorrsquos name

Teaching Experience

bull

Title (ie Instructor Lecturer Teaching Assistant etc) institution dates course

bull

Separate Clinical Classroom CME Mentoring etc if extensive teaching portfolio

bull

Depending upon the importance of teaching in the position you are applying for go into detail about role in course (grading exams reviewing lab reports and papers holding weekly office hours etc)

bull

Can include special courses taken (ie Curriculum Design Facilitating Small Group Discussion Introduction to Problem Based Learning etc)

Tip If no direct teaching experience be creative and use alternatives (ie ldquoMentoring Experiencerdquo ldquoResearch Advisorrdquo etc)

Honors and Awards

bull

Includes fellowships scholarships teachinglecturingspeaking awards outstanding student awards elections to office educational fraternities etc

bull

For International distinctions include brief explanation-

Award given to top 5 students Nationally- 80 remission of tuition fees for UK residents- Publisherrsquos award designed to encourage Japanese-Canadian literature

Tip List as a separate section only if you have severaldistinguished honorsawards otherwise list with education

Professional MembershipsSocieties

bull

Memberships to professional societiesorganizations

bull

Include name of societyorganization and dates

bull

Include any leadership activities

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Professional Development Office

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdowwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

Donna Vogel MD PhD Director dvogeljhmieduResearch communications courses (Grantcraft Writing for PublicationScientific Presentations) Communications and your research career Intersession course individual career counseling

Derek Haseltine MEd Assistant Director dhaseltinejhmieduCareer counseling career skills workshops employer relations career panels and speakers biomedical career fair mock interviews

Michele Diffenderffer Administrative Coordinatormdiffen2jhmieduCommunications listserv marketing scheduling

If you are planning your route to an independent career we can help

Objectives

bull

Distinguish between CV and Resume

bull

Overview content and formatting

bull

Outline cover letters

A little help from my friends Faculty Assistant Dean Thomas Jefferson University Assistant Professor Goucher CollegeAssistant Professor Morgan State UniversityAssistant Professor Rhode Island CollegeAssociate Professor Towson UniversityAssistant Professor University of Pennsylvania MedicineProfessor Johns Hopkins Medicine

Recruiters and Hiring Managers VP and Director Boston Consulting GroupRecruiting and Labor Compliance Manager Clinical Research Management Inc VP Intellectual Property Human Genome Sciences Recruiter McKinsey amp Company Postdoctoral Recruitment Specialist National Institutes of Health Human Resources Manager MedImmuneCareer Outreach Manager ScienceCareersorgAAASPatent Examiner Supervisor United States Patent and Trademark Office Program Manager BiorelianceEditor ScienceCareersorg

CV vs Resume

ResumeResume

Focus Career summary thattypically includes educationwork experience skills andother related experience

Provides brief snapshot

of skillsand experience tailored to aspecific job

Length Typically 1-2 pages

Crucial List of transferableskills and experiences

Curriculum Vitae (CV)Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Focus A longer morecomprehensive document thatrepresents academicachievements and scholarlypotential

Provides a full summary ofeducational background andresearch

Length Flexible

Crucial Full list of publications presentations research summary etc

CV vs Resume Target Audience

vs

CV ndash Primarily academia and research-driven environments and

Academic amp Industry Research

Academic Faculty positions

Fellowships amp Grants

Resume- Positions outside of academia and research

Consulting

Business amp Marketing

Communications amp Writing

Legal

Industry non-research

Getting started

To help organize your CVResume take a self-inventory of your

Marketable characteristicsndash

Accomplishments and achievements

ndash

Skills Techniques etc

ndash

Qualities that would be of value to potential employers

ndash

What story do you want to tell

CVs Standard categories bull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience ndash

Clinical ndash

Research ndash

Teaching ndash

Professional ndash

For MPHrsquos- distinguish between Clinical and Public Health

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

Presentations

bull

Publications

bull

CertificationsLicensure

Header (Contact Information)

bull

Full Name amp Title (ie PhD MS RN JD MPH PharmD etc)

bull

Street address city state zip code

bull

Telephone rsquos (Home Cell Work)

bull

Email Address

bull

Optional Lab information

bull

DO NOT include Social Security age gender marital status race ethnicity religion political affiliation or picture

Tip Your Name should be prominent Use bold andor larger type to catch the readerrsquos attention Keep it concise

Education

bull

List degrees in reverse chronological order starting with your most recent degree

bull

GPA

bull

Includendash

Name of Institution Location (City and State)ndash

Degree earned and majorfield of studyndash

Date obtained -or-

dates attended

bull

Recommended for PhD ndash

Dissertation ndash

Advisor or ldquoCommitteerdquo

bull

Can combine Postdoc

and re-title section Education and Training

Research Experience

bull

List the institution department and name of your advisor

bull

Include a few statements that overview your research with particular attention to the purpose of your research relevant findings and

conclusion

bull

Avoid 1st

person narrative

bull

Aim for truncated summaries

Tip Just as important as ldquoWhere did you get your PhDrdquo is ldquoUnder whom did you postdocrdquo Include your advisorrsquos name

Teaching Experience

bull

Title (ie Instructor Lecturer Teaching Assistant etc) institution dates course

bull

Separate Clinical Classroom CME Mentoring etc if extensive teaching portfolio

bull

Depending upon the importance of teaching in the position you are applying for go into detail about role in course (grading exams reviewing lab reports and papers holding weekly office hours etc)

bull

Can include special courses taken (ie Curriculum Design Facilitating Small Group Discussion Introduction to Problem Based Learning etc)

Tip If no direct teaching experience be creative and use alternatives (ie ldquoMentoring Experiencerdquo ldquoResearch Advisorrdquo etc)

Honors and Awards

bull

Includes fellowships scholarships teachinglecturingspeaking awards outstanding student awards elections to office educational fraternities etc

bull

For International distinctions include brief explanation-

Award given to top 5 students Nationally- 80 remission of tuition fees for UK residents- Publisherrsquos award designed to encourage Japanese-Canadian literature

Tip List as a separate section only if you have severaldistinguished honorsawards otherwise list with education

Professional MembershipsSocieties

bull

Memberships to professional societiesorganizations

bull

Include name of societyorganization and dates

bull

Include any leadership activities

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Objectives

bull

Distinguish between CV and Resume

bull

Overview content and formatting

bull

Outline cover letters

A little help from my friends Faculty Assistant Dean Thomas Jefferson University Assistant Professor Goucher CollegeAssistant Professor Morgan State UniversityAssistant Professor Rhode Island CollegeAssociate Professor Towson UniversityAssistant Professor University of Pennsylvania MedicineProfessor Johns Hopkins Medicine

Recruiters and Hiring Managers VP and Director Boston Consulting GroupRecruiting and Labor Compliance Manager Clinical Research Management Inc VP Intellectual Property Human Genome Sciences Recruiter McKinsey amp Company Postdoctoral Recruitment Specialist National Institutes of Health Human Resources Manager MedImmuneCareer Outreach Manager ScienceCareersorgAAASPatent Examiner Supervisor United States Patent and Trademark Office Program Manager BiorelianceEditor ScienceCareersorg

CV vs Resume

ResumeResume

Focus Career summary thattypically includes educationwork experience skills andother related experience

Provides brief snapshot

of skillsand experience tailored to aspecific job

Length Typically 1-2 pages

Crucial List of transferableskills and experiences

Curriculum Vitae (CV)Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Focus A longer morecomprehensive document thatrepresents academicachievements and scholarlypotential

Provides a full summary ofeducational background andresearch

Length Flexible

Crucial Full list of publications presentations research summary etc

CV vs Resume Target Audience

vs

CV ndash Primarily academia and research-driven environments and

Academic amp Industry Research

Academic Faculty positions

Fellowships amp Grants

Resume- Positions outside of academia and research

Consulting

Business amp Marketing

Communications amp Writing

Legal

Industry non-research

Getting started

To help organize your CVResume take a self-inventory of your

Marketable characteristicsndash

Accomplishments and achievements

ndash

Skills Techniques etc

ndash

Qualities that would be of value to potential employers

ndash

What story do you want to tell

CVs Standard categories bull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience ndash

Clinical ndash

Research ndash

Teaching ndash

Professional ndash

For MPHrsquos- distinguish between Clinical and Public Health

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

Presentations

bull

Publications

bull

CertificationsLicensure

Header (Contact Information)

bull

Full Name amp Title (ie PhD MS RN JD MPH PharmD etc)

bull

Street address city state zip code

bull

Telephone rsquos (Home Cell Work)

bull

Email Address

bull

Optional Lab information

bull

DO NOT include Social Security age gender marital status race ethnicity religion political affiliation or picture

Tip Your Name should be prominent Use bold andor larger type to catch the readerrsquos attention Keep it concise

Education

bull

List degrees in reverse chronological order starting with your most recent degree

bull

GPA

bull

Includendash

Name of Institution Location (City and State)ndash

Degree earned and majorfield of studyndash

Date obtained -or-

dates attended

bull

Recommended for PhD ndash

Dissertation ndash

Advisor or ldquoCommitteerdquo

bull

Can combine Postdoc

and re-title section Education and Training

Research Experience

bull

List the institution department and name of your advisor

bull

Include a few statements that overview your research with particular attention to the purpose of your research relevant findings and

conclusion

bull

Avoid 1st

person narrative

bull

Aim for truncated summaries

Tip Just as important as ldquoWhere did you get your PhDrdquo is ldquoUnder whom did you postdocrdquo Include your advisorrsquos name

Teaching Experience

bull

Title (ie Instructor Lecturer Teaching Assistant etc) institution dates course

bull

Separate Clinical Classroom CME Mentoring etc if extensive teaching portfolio

bull

Depending upon the importance of teaching in the position you are applying for go into detail about role in course (grading exams reviewing lab reports and papers holding weekly office hours etc)

bull

Can include special courses taken (ie Curriculum Design Facilitating Small Group Discussion Introduction to Problem Based Learning etc)

Tip If no direct teaching experience be creative and use alternatives (ie ldquoMentoring Experiencerdquo ldquoResearch Advisorrdquo etc)

Honors and Awards

bull

Includes fellowships scholarships teachinglecturingspeaking awards outstanding student awards elections to office educational fraternities etc

bull

For International distinctions include brief explanation-

Award given to top 5 students Nationally- 80 remission of tuition fees for UK residents- Publisherrsquos award designed to encourage Japanese-Canadian literature

Tip List as a separate section only if you have severaldistinguished honorsawards otherwise list with education

Professional MembershipsSocieties

bull

Memberships to professional societiesorganizations

bull

Include name of societyorganization and dates

bull

Include any leadership activities

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

A little help from my friends Faculty Assistant Dean Thomas Jefferson University Assistant Professor Goucher CollegeAssistant Professor Morgan State UniversityAssistant Professor Rhode Island CollegeAssociate Professor Towson UniversityAssistant Professor University of Pennsylvania MedicineProfessor Johns Hopkins Medicine

Recruiters and Hiring Managers VP and Director Boston Consulting GroupRecruiting and Labor Compliance Manager Clinical Research Management Inc VP Intellectual Property Human Genome Sciences Recruiter McKinsey amp Company Postdoctoral Recruitment Specialist National Institutes of Health Human Resources Manager MedImmuneCareer Outreach Manager ScienceCareersorgAAASPatent Examiner Supervisor United States Patent and Trademark Office Program Manager BiorelianceEditor ScienceCareersorg

CV vs Resume

ResumeResume

Focus Career summary thattypically includes educationwork experience skills andother related experience

Provides brief snapshot

of skillsand experience tailored to aspecific job

Length Typically 1-2 pages

Crucial List of transferableskills and experiences

Curriculum Vitae (CV)Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Focus A longer morecomprehensive document thatrepresents academicachievements and scholarlypotential

Provides a full summary ofeducational background andresearch

Length Flexible

Crucial Full list of publications presentations research summary etc

CV vs Resume Target Audience

vs

CV ndash Primarily academia and research-driven environments and

Academic amp Industry Research

Academic Faculty positions

Fellowships amp Grants

Resume- Positions outside of academia and research

Consulting

Business amp Marketing

Communications amp Writing

Legal

Industry non-research

Getting started

To help organize your CVResume take a self-inventory of your

Marketable characteristicsndash

Accomplishments and achievements

ndash

Skills Techniques etc

ndash

Qualities that would be of value to potential employers

ndash

What story do you want to tell

CVs Standard categories bull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience ndash

Clinical ndash

Research ndash

Teaching ndash

Professional ndash

For MPHrsquos- distinguish between Clinical and Public Health

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

Presentations

bull

Publications

bull

CertificationsLicensure

Header (Contact Information)

bull

Full Name amp Title (ie PhD MS RN JD MPH PharmD etc)

bull

Street address city state zip code

bull

Telephone rsquos (Home Cell Work)

bull

Email Address

bull

Optional Lab information

bull

DO NOT include Social Security age gender marital status race ethnicity religion political affiliation or picture

Tip Your Name should be prominent Use bold andor larger type to catch the readerrsquos attention Keep it concise

Education

bull

List degrees in reverse chronological order starting with your most recent degree

bull

GPA

bull

Includendash

Name of Institution Location (City and State)ndash

Degree earned and majorfield of studyndash

Date obtained -or-

dates attended

bull

Recommended for PhD ndash

Dissertation ndash

Advisor or ldquoCommitteerdquo

bull

Can combine Postdoc

and re-title section Education and Training

Research Experience

bull

List the institution department and name of your advisor

bull

Include a few statements that overview your research with particular attention to the purpose of your research relevant findings and

conclusion

bull

Avoid 1st

person narrative

bull

Aim for truncated summaries

Tip Just as important as ldquoWhere did you get your PhDrdquo is ldquoUnder whom did you postdocrdquo Include your advisorrsquos name

Teaching Experience

bull

Title (ie Instructor Lecturer Teaching Assistant etc) institution dates course

bull

Separate Clinical Classroom CME Mentoring etc if extensive teaching portfolio

bull

Depending upon the importance of teaching in the position you are applying for go into detail about role in course (grading exams reviewing lab reports and papers holding weekly office hours etc)

bull

Can include special courses taken (ie Curriculum Design Facilitating Small Group Discussion Introduction to Problem Based Learning etc)

Tip If no direct teaching experience be creative and use alternatives (ie ldquoMentoring Experiencerdquo ldquoResearch Advisorrdquo etc)

Honors and Awards

bull

Includes fellowships scholarships teachinglecturingspeaking awards outstanding student awards elections to office educational fraternities etc

bull

For International distinctions include brief explanation-

Award given to top 5 students Nationally- 80 remission of tuition fees for UK residents- Publisherrsquos award designed to encourage Japanese-Canadian literature

Tip List as a separate section only if you have severaldistinguished honorsawards otherwise list with education

Professional MembershipsSocieties

bull

Memberships to professional societiesorganizations

bull

Include name of societyorganization and dates

bull

Include any leadership activities

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

CV vs Resume

ResumeResume

Focus Career summary thattypically includes educationwork experience skills andother related experience

Provides brief snapshot

of skillsand experience tailored to aspecific job

Length Typically 1-2 pages

Crucial List of transferableskills and experiences

Curriculum Vitae (CV)Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Focus A longer morecomprehensive document thatrepresents academicachievements and scholarlypotential

Provides a full summary ofeducational background andresearch

Length Flexible

Crucial Full list of publications presentations research summary etc

CV vs Resume Target Audience

vs

CV ndash Primarily academia and research-driven environments and

Academic amp Industry Research

Academic Faculty positions

Fellowships amp Grants

Resume- Positions outside of academia and research

Consulting

Business amp Marketing

Communications amp Writing

Legal

Industry non-research

Getting started

To help organize your CVResume take a self-inventory of your

Marketable characteristicsndash

Accomplishments and achievements

ndash

Skills Techniques etc

ndash

Qualities that would be of value to potential employers

ndash

What story do you want to tell

CVs Standard categories bull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience ndash

Clinical ndash

Research ndash

Teaching ndash

Professional ndash

For MPHrsquos- distinguish between Clinical and Public Health

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

Presentations

bull

Publications

bull

CertificationsLicensure

Header (Contact Information)

bull

Full Name amp Title (ie PhD MS RN JD MPH PharmD etc)

bull

Street address city state zip code

bull

Telephone rsquos (Home Cell Work)

bull

Email Address

bull

Optional Lab information

bull

DO NOT include Social Security age gender marital status race ethnicity religion political affiliation or picture

Tip Your Name should be prominent Use bold andor larger type to catch the readerrsquos attention Keep it concise

Education

bull

List degrees in reverse chronological order starting with your most recent degree

bull

GPA

bull

Includendash

Name of Institution Location (City and State)ndash

Degree earned and majorfield of studyndash

Date obtained -or-

dates attended

bull

Recommended for PhD ndash

Dissertation ndash

Advisor or ldquoCommitteerdquo

bull

Can combine Postdoc

and re-title section Education and Training

Research Experience

bull

List the institution department and name of your advisor

bull

Include a few statements that overview your research with particular attention to the purpose of your research relevant findings and

conclusion

bull

Avoid 1st

person narrative

bull

Aim for truncated summaries

Tip Just as important as ldquoWhere did you get your PhDrdquo is ldquoUnder whom did you postdocrdquo Include your advisorrsquos name

Teaching Experience

bull

Title (ie Instructor Lecturer Teaching Assistant etc) institution dates course

bull

Separate Clinical Classroom CME Mentoring etc if extensive teaching portfolio

bull

Depending upon the importance of teaching in the position you are applying for go into detail about role in course (grading exams reviewing lab reports and papers holding weekly office hours etc)

bull

Can include special courses taken (ie Curriculum Design Facilitating Small Group Discussion Introduction to Problem Based Learning etc)

Tip If no direct teaching experience be creative and use alternatives (ie ldquoMentoring Experiencerdquo ldquoResearch Advisorrdquo etc)

Honors and Awards

bull

Includes fellowships scholarships teachinglecturingspeaking awards outstanding student awards elections to office educational fraternities etc

bull

For International distinctions include brief explanation-

Award given to top 5 students Nationally- 80 remission of tuition fees for UK residents- Publisherrsquos award designed to encourage Japanese-Canadian literature

Tip List as a separate section only if you have severaldistinguished honorsawards otherwise list with education

Professional MembershipsSocieties

bull

Memberships to professional societiesorganizations

bull

Include name of societyorganization and dates

bull

Include any leadership activities

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

CV vs Resume Target Audience

vs

CV ndash Primarily academia and research-driven environments and

Academic amp Industry Research

Academic Faculty positions

Fellowships amp Grants

Resume- Positions outside of academia and research

Consulting

Business amp Marketing

Communications amp Writing

Legal

Industry non-research

Getting started

To help organize your CVResume take a self-inventory of your

Marketable characteristicsndash

Accomplishments and achievements

ndash

Skills Techniques etc

ndash

Qualities that would be of value to potential employers

ndash

What story do you want to tell

CVs Standard categories bull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience ndash

Clinical ndash

Research ndash

Teaching ndash

Professional ndash

For MPHrsquos- distinguish between Clinical and Public Health

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

Presentations

bull

Publications

bull

CertificationsLicensure

Header (Contact Information)

bull

Full Name amp Title (ie PhD MS RN JD MPH PharmD etc)

bull

Street address city state zip code

bull

Telephone rsquos (Home Cell Work)

bull

Email Address

bull

Optional Lab information

bull

DO NOT include Social Security age gender marital status race ethnicity religion political affiliation or picture

Tip Your Name should be prominent Use bold andor larger type to catch the readerrsquos attention Keep it concise

Education

bull

List degrees in reverse chronological order starting with your most recent degree

bull

GPA

bull

Includendash

Name of Institution Location (City and State)ndash

Degree earned and majorfield of studyndash

Date obtained -or-

dates attended

bull

Recommended for PhD ndash

Dissertation ndash

Advisor or ldquoCommitteerdquo

bull

Can combine Postdoc

and re-title section Education and Training

Research Experience

bull

List the institution department and name of your advisor

bull

Include a few statements that overview your research with particular attention to the purpose of your research relevant findings and

conclusion

bull

Avoid 1st

person narrative

bull

Aim for truncated summaries

Tip Just as important as ldquoWhere did you get your PhDrdquo is ldquoUnder whom did you postdocrdquo Include your advisorrsquos name

Teaching Experience

bull

Title (ie Instructor Lecturer Teaching Assistant etc) institution dates course

bull

Separate Clinical Classroom CME Mentoring etc if extensive teaching portfolio

bull

Depending upon the importance of teaching in the position you are applying for go into detail about role in course (grading exams reviewing lab reports and papers holding weekly office hours etc)

bull

Can include special courses taken (ie Curriculum Design Facilitating Small Group Discussion Introduction to Problem Based Learning etc)

Tip If no direct teaching experience be creative and use alternatives (ie ldquoMentoring Experiencerdquo ldquoResearch Advisorrdquo etc)

Honors and Awards

bull

Includes fellowships scholarships teachinglecturingspeaking awards outstanding student awards elections to office educational fraternities etc

bull

For International distinctions include brief explanation-

Award given to top 5 students Nationally- 80 remission of tuition fees for UK residents- Publisherrsquos award designed to encourage Japanese-Canadian literature

Tip List as a separate section only if you have severaldistinguished honorsawards otherwise list with education

Professional MembershipsSocieties

bull

Memberships to professional societiesorganizations

bull

Include name of societyorganization and dates

bull

Include any leadership activities

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Getting started

To help organize your CVResume take a self-inventory of your

Marketable characteristicsndash

Accomplishments and achievements

ndash

Skills Techniques etc

ndash

Qualities that would be of value to potential employers

ndash

What story do you want to tell

CVs Standard categories bull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience ndash

Clinical ndash

Research ndash

Teaching ndash

Professional ndash

For MPHrsquos- distinguish between Clinical and Public Health

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

Presentations

bull

Publications

bull

CertificationsLicensure

Header (Contact Information)

bull

Full Name amp Title (ie PhD MS RN JD MPH PharmD etc)

bull

Street address city state zip code

bull

Telephone rsquos (Home Cell Work)

bull

Email Address

bull

Optional Lab information

bull

DO NOT include Social Security age gender marital status race ethnicity religion political affiliation or picture

Tip Your Name should be prominent Use bold andor larger type to catch the readerrsquos attention Keep it concise

Education

bull

List degrees in reverse chronological order starting with your most recent degree

bull

GPA

bull

Includendash

Name of Institution Location (City and State)ndash

Degree earned and majorfield of studyndash

Date obtained -or-

dates attended

bull

Recommended for PhD ndash

Dissertation ndash

Advisor or ldquoCommitteerdquo

bull

Can combine Postdoc

and re-title section Education and Training

Research Experience

bull

List the institution department and name of your advisor

bull

Include a few statements that overview your research with particular attention to the purpose of your research relevant findings and

conclusion

bull

Avoid 1st

person narrative

bull

Aim for truncated summaries

Tip Just as important as ldquoWhere did you get your PhDrdquo is ldquoUnder whom did you postdocrdquo Include your advisorrsquos name

Teaching Experience

bull

Title (ie Instructor Lecturer Teaching Assistant etc) institution dates course

bull

Separate Clinical Classroom CME Mentoring etc if extensive teaching portfolio

bull

Depending upon the importance of teaching in the position you are applying for go into detail about role in course (grading exams reviewing lab reports and papers holding weekly office hours etc)

bull

Can include special courses taken (ie Curriculum Design Facilitating Small Group Discussion Introduction to Problem Based Learning etc)

Tip If no direct teaching experience be creative and use alternatives (ie ldquoMentoring Experiencerdquo ldquoResearch Advisorrdquo etc)

Honors and Awards

bull

Includes fellowships scholarships teachinglecturingspeaking awards outstanding student awards elections to office educational fraternities etc

bull

For International distinctions include brief explanation-

Award given to top 5 students Nationally- 80 remission of tuition fees for UK residents- Publisherrsquos award designed to encourage Japanese-Canadian literature

Tip List as a separate section only if you have severaldistinguished honorsawards otherwise list with education

Professional MembershipsSocieties

bull

Memberships to professional societiesorganizations

bull

Include name of societyorganization and dates

bull

Include any leadership activities

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

CVs Standard categories bull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience ndash

Clinical ndash

Research ndash

Teaching ndash

Professional ndash

For MPHrsquos- distinguish between Clinical and Public Health

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

Presentations

bull

Publications

bull

CertificationsLicensure

Header (Contact Information)

bull

Full Name amp Title (ie PhD MS RN JD MPH PharmD etc)

bull

Street address city state zip code

bull

Telephone rsquos (Home Cell Work)

bull

Email Address

bull

Optional Lab information

bull

DO NOT include Social Security age gender marital status race ethnicity religion political affiliation or picture

Tip Your Name should be prominent Use bold andor larger type to catch the readerrsquos attention Keep it concise

Education

bull

List degrees in reverse chronological order starting with your most recent degree

bull

GPA

bull

Includendash

Name of Institution Location (City and State)ndash

Degree earned and majorfield of studyndash

Date obtained -or-

dates attended

bull

Recommended for PhD ndash

Dissertation ndash

Advisor or ldquoCommitteerdquo

bull

Can combine Postdoc

and re-title section Education and Training

Research Experience

bull

List the institution department and name of your advisor

bull

Include a few statements that overview your research with particular attention to the purpose of your research relevant findings and

conclusion

bull

Avoid 1st

person narrative

bull

Aim for truncated summaries

Tip Just as important as ldquoWhere did you get your PhDrdquo is ldquoUnder whom did you postdocrdquo Include your advisorrsquos name

Teaching Experience

bull

Title (ie Instructor Lecturer Teaching Assistant etc) institution dates course

bull

Separate Clinical Classroom CME Mentoring etc if extensive teaching portfolio

bull

Depending upon the importance of teaching in the position you are applying for go into detail about role in course (grading exams reviewing lab reports and papers holding weekly office hours etc)

bull

Can include special courses taken (ie Curriculum Design Facilitating Small Group Discussion Introduction to Problem Based Learning etc)

Tip If no direct teaching experience be creative and use alternatives (ie ldquoMentoring Experiencerdquo ldquoResearch Advisorrdquo etc)

Honors and Awards

bull

Includes fellowships scholarships teachinglecturingspeaking awards outstanding student awards elections to office educational fraternities etc

bull

For International distinctions include brief explanation-

Award given to top 5 students Nationally- 80 remission of tuition fees for UK residents- Publisherrsquos award designed to encourage Japanese-Canadian literature

Tip List as a separate section only if you have severaldistinguished honorsawards otherwise list with education

Professional MembershipsSocieties

bull

Memberships to professional societiesorganizations

bull

Include name of societyorganization and dates

bull

Include any leadership activities

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Header (Contact Information)

bull

Full Name amp Title (ie PhD MS RN JD MPH PharmD etc)

bull

Street address city state zip code

bull

Telephone rsquos (Home Cell Work)

bull

Email Address

bull

Optional Lab information

bull

DO NOT include Social Security age gender marital status race ethnicity religion political affiliation or picture

Tip Your Name should be prominent Use bold andor larger type to catch the readerrsquos attention Keep it concise

Education

bull

List degrees in reverse chronological order starting with your most recent degree

bull

GPA

bull

Includendash

Name of Institution Location (City and State)ndash

Degree earned and majorfield of studyndash

Date obtained -or-

dates attended

bull

Recommended for PhD ndash

Dissertation ndash

Advisor or ldquoCommitteerdquo

bull

Can combine Postdoc

and re-title section Education and Training

Research Experience

bull

List the institution department and name of your advisor

bull

Include a few statements that overview your research with particular attention to the purpose of your research relevant findings and

conclusion

bull

Avoid 1st

person narrative

bull

Aim for truncated summaries

Tip Just as important as ldquoWhere did you get your PhDrdquo is ldquoUnder whom did you postdocrdquo Include your advisorrsquos name

Teaching Experience

bull

Title (ie Instructor Lecturer Teaching Assistant etc) institution dates course

bull

Separate Clinical Classroom CME Mentoring etc if extensive teaching portfolio

bull

Depending upon the importance of teaching in the position you are applying for go into detail about role in course (grading exams reviewing lab reports and papers holding weekly office hours etc)

bull

Can include special courses taken (ie Curriculum Design Facilitating Small Group Discussion Introduction to Problem Based Learning etc)

Tip If no direct teaching experience be creative and use alternatives (ie ldquoMentoring Experiencerdquo ldquoResearch Advisorrdquo etc)

Honors and Awards

bull

Includes fellowships scholarships teachinglecturingspeaking awards outstanding student awards elections to office educational fraternities etc

bull

For International distinctions include brief explanation-

Award given to top 5 students Nationally- 80 remission of tuition fees for UK residents- Publisherrsquos award designed to encourage Japanese-Canadian literature

Tip List as a separate section only if you have severaldistinguished honorsawards otherwise list with education

Professional MembershipsSocieties

bull

Memberships to professional societiesorganizations

bull

Include name of societyorganization and dates

bull

Include any leadership activities

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Education

bull

List degrees in reverse chronological order starting with your most recent degree

bull

GPA

bull

Includendash

Name of Institution Location (City and State)ndash

Degree earned and majorfield of studyndash

Date obtained -or-

dates attended

bull

Recommended for PhD ndash

Dissertation ndash

Advisor or ldquoCommitteerdquo

bull

Can combine Postdoc

and re-title section Education and Training

Research Experience

bull

List the institution department and name of your advisor

bull

Include a few statements that overview your research with particular attention to the purpose of your research relevant findings and

conclusion

bull

Avoid 1st

person narrative

bull

Aim for truncated summaries

Tip Just as important as ldquoWhere did you get your PhDrdquo is ldquoUnder whom did you postdocrdquo Include your advisorrsquos name

Teaching Experience

bull

Title (ie Instructor Lecturer Teaching Assistant etc) institution dates course

bull

Separate Clinical Classroom CME Mentoring etc if extensive teaching portfolio

bull

Depending upon the importance of teaching in the position you are applying for go into detail about role in course (grading exams reviewing lab reports and papers holding weekly office hours etc)

bull

Can include special courses taken (ie Curriculum Design Facilitating Small Group Discussion Introduction to Problem Based Learning etc)

Tip If no direct teaching experience be creative and use alternatives (ie ldquoMentoring Experiencerdquo ldquoResearch Advisorrdquo etc)

Honors and Awards

bull

Includes fellowships scholarships teachinglecturingspeaking awards outstanding student awards elections to office educational fraternities etc

bull

For International distinctions include brief explanation-

Award given to top 5 students Nationally- 80 remission of tuition fees for UK residents- Publisherrsquos award designed to encourage Japanese-Canadian literature

Tip List as a separate section only if you have severaldistinguished honorsawards otherwise list with education

Professional MembershipsSocieties

bull

Memberships to professional societiesorganizations

bull

Include name of societyorganization and dates

bull

Include any leadership activities

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Research Experience

bull

List the institution department and name of your advisor

bull

Include a few statements that overview your research with particular attention to the purpose of your research relevant findings and

conclusion

bull

Avoid 1st

person narrative

bull

Aim for truncated summaries

Tip Just as important as ldquoWhere did you get your PhDrdquo is ldquoUnder whom did you postdocrdquo Include your advisorrsquos name

Teaching Experience

bull

Title (ie Instructor Lecturer Teaching Assistant etc) institution dates course

bull

Separate Clinical Classroom CME Mentoring etc if extensive teaching portfolio

bull

Depending upon the importance of teaching in the position you are applying for go into detail about role in course (grading exams reviewing lab reports and papers holding weekly office hours etc)

bull

Can include special courses taken (ie Curriculum Design Facilitating Small Group Discussion Introduction to Problem Based Learning etc)

Tip If no direct teaching experience be creative and use alternatives (ie ldquoMentoring Experiencerdquo ldquoResearch Advisorrdquo etc)

Honors and Awards

bull

Includes fellowships scholarships teachinglecturingspeaking awards outstanding student awards elections to office educational fraternities etc

bull

For International distinctions include brief explanation-

Award given to top 5 students Nationally- 80 remission of tuition fees for UK residents- Publisherrsquos award designed to encourage Japanese-Canadian literature

Tip List as a separate section only if you have severaldistinguished honorsawards otherwise list with education

Professional MembershipsSocieties

bull

Memberships to professional societiesorganizations

bull

Include name of societyorganization and dates

bull

Include any leadership activities

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Teaching Experience

bull

Title (ie Instructor Lecturer Teaching Assistant etc) institution dates course

bull

Separate Clinical Classroom CME Mentoring etc if extensive teaching portfolio

bull

Depending upon the importance of teaching in the position you are applying for go into detail about role in course (grading exams reviewing lab reports and papers holding weekly office hours etc)

bull

Can include special courses taken (ie Curriculum Design Facilitating Small Group Discussion Introduction to Problem Based Learning etc)

Tip If no direct teaching experience be creative and use alternatives (ie ldquoMentoring Experiencerdquo ldquoResearch Advisorrdquo etc)

Honors and Awards

bull

Includes fellowships scholarships teachinglecturingspeaking awards outstanding student awards elections to office educational fraternities etc

bull

For International distinctions include brief explanation-

Award given to top 5 students Nationally- 80 remission of tuition fees for UK residents- Publisherrsquos award designed to encourage Japanese-Canadian literature

Tip List as a separate section only if you have severaldistinguished honorsawards otherwise list with education

Professional MembershipsSocieties

bull

Memberships to professional societiesorganizations

bull

Include name of societyorganization and dates

bull

Include any leadership activities

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Honors and Awards

bull

Includes fellowships scholarships teachinglecturingspeaking awards outstanding student awards elections to office educational fraternities etc

bull

For International distinctions include brief explanation-

Award given to top 5 students Nationally- 80 remission of tuition fees for UK residents- Publisherrsquos award designed to encourage Japanese-Canadian literature

Tip List as a separate section only if you have severaldistinguished honorsawards otherwise list with education

Professional MembershipsSocieties

bull

Memberships to professional societiesorganizations

bull

Include name of societyorganization and dates

bull

Include any leadership activities

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Professional MembershipsSocieties

bull

Memberships to professional societiesorganizations

bull

Include name of societyorganization and dates

bull

Include any leadership activities

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Presentations

bull

Presentationspostersabstractsinvited talks at National and International Conferences talks at local meetings peer reviewed workshops etc

bull

Include ldquoTitle of Talkrdquo Institution or Conference Location Date

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Publications bull

Publications listed in standard citation format (Authors in actual precedence of authorship)

bull

Your name underlinedbold text

bull

Include published or in press

bull

Listed in reverse chronological order with most recent first

bull

Distinguish between articles books chapters invited reviews peer-

reviewed Internet pubs etc

bull

Numbering pub list optional

Tip List these last if you have more than 5 Avoid ldquopaddingrdquo

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

CertificationsLicenses

bull

Title

bull

Date

bull

Cert or license

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Additional Sections

bull

Leadership or Administrative Activitiesndash

Institutional Committee Appointments ndash

Student organizations and leadership positions bull

Graduate Student Association Hopkins Biotech Network Chinese Student amp Scholars Association Toastmasters International Hopkins Business and Consulting Club Womenrsquos Leadership Council etc

bull

Community Activities ndash

Community servicendash

Volunteer work

bull

Extramural Funding ndash

Include sponsor your role $ awarded and your effort

bull

Patents

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

References

bull

Can be listed on CV but should never be included on resume

bull

If listed separately make sure paper and header matches CVResume

bull

Typically 3-5 individuals

bull

List ndash

Name ndash

TitlePosition ndash

InstitutionAgencyOrganizationndash

Work address and Phone ndash

Email Address

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos

Please refer to the samples attached

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Advice from the search committee

bull

ldquoPublications publications publicationsrdquo

bull

ldquoMy eyes are immediately guided to what papers came out of labhellipdonrsquot have to be from the flashiest journalrdquo

bull

ldquoTraining record up fronthellipmust clearly state who you trained withrdquo

bull

ldquoA CV that warrants further discussion from the committee is one that shows (a) clarity and brevity (b) shows the candidate comes from a good lab and a good school (c) has consistent productivity and (d) a persuasive

description of researchteaching accomplishmentsrdquo

bull

ldquoDo not pad a CV with unnecessary informationhellipstrong applicants must show they accomplished something in their own righthellipextra curricular record is good but has to be meaningful stuffrdquo

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Resumes what to includebull

HeaderContact Information

bull

Education

bull

Experience

bull

Honors and Awards

bull

Professional Affiliations

bull

PresentationsSeminar TalksPosterAbstracts

bull

Publications

bull

Skills

bull

Summary of Qualifications Profile Professional Highlights etc

bull

Research Techniques or Research Skills

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Applying a business focused apporach

bull

Concise

bull

Targeted

bull

Forward thinking

bull

Highlight expertisedifferentiating features

bull

Value proposition

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Industry looks forhellip

bull

Leadership

bull

Technical skills

bull

Analytical skills

bull

Communication skills

bull

Academic achievement

bull

Prior experience

bull

Extracurricular involvement

bull

Teamwork

bull

MotivationInitiative

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Describing Experiences

bull

Convey action ndash

use action verbs (commanding language) ndash

eg pioneered designed initiated delivered redesigned introduced

bull

Demonstrate and quantify resultsndash

ie ldquoSupervised 5 lab graduate students in labrdquondash

ldquoCost cutting measures reduced 2007 budget by $16750rdquo

bull

Highlight results and accomplishments ndash

not just tasks

bull

Write for the reader

bull

Demonstrate skills

bull

Avoid jargon spell out acronyms Use key words ndash

know the language of the industry

bull

Apply the ldquoso whatrdquo

test

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500

scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysis DNARNAisolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoretic mobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE

VISITING FELLOW 397 ndash PresentNational Institutes of Health Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

bull

Manage a lab of 12 scientists researchers and support staffbull

Presented findings at 3 conferences and 7 workshops to over 500 scientistsbull

Provide scientific expertise regarding research outcomes to staff and colleagues at NIHbull

Conduct experimental research using basic molecular biological methods such as libraryconstruction mapping cloning sub-cloning DNA sequencing and analysisDNARNA isolation purification blotting and hybridization electrophoreticmobility shift

bull

Manage lab budget of $550000bull

Wrote 12 research articles on neuroscience cell biology pharmacology and molecularparasitology

Action verbsSkills

Quantified results Sample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicantSample Resume from the NIH for PhD applicant

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Experience-

enhancements

Before

Paragraph format

1st

person narrative

Unnecessary text

After

Use of bullets

Easy to scan

Fragmented sentences less is more

Action verbs

Saves space

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Skills

bull

Hard skills and soft skills

bull

Backed up with evidence

bull

Useful when trying to break into a new industry (transferable skills)

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat Scientific and Research based bull

Specific techniques (ie cell signaling DNA cloning protein purification algorithm development etc)

bull

Study design and research methodology bull

Knowledge of GMP GLP regulatory processes bull

Understanding of drug development process and experience with drug discovery across various platform targets

Transferable bull

Written and verbal communication presentation bull

Organization bull

Time management operating with sense of urgency bull

Leadership supervisory experience bull

Attention to detail bull

Project management bull

Managing budgets bull

Collaborations relationship management client interfacing bull

Literature analysis bull

Team player independent thinker bull

Language fluencies bull

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Skills various ways to communicate

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Taking a skills resume to the next level

Functional Resumes bull

Emphasizes skills and abilities bull

Clustering of most relevant skill sets bull

Downplays chronology of jobs bull

Future-oriented

Why use a functional resumebull

Career changers or unrelated work experience bull

Customization-

highly adaptable skills clusters

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Functional resume

Accomplished researcher experienced indesigning and leading simultaneous projectsthat have generated two first author and twocontributing authored publications

Action verbs Transferable skills

Results

bull Initiated collaboration with University of Maryland lab that led to design of drugcandidate showing great potential inpreclinical data Project ultimately led tocreation of biotech company Validus

bull Effective presentation skills- awarded BestGraduate Student Poster Presentation Johns Hopkins

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions

QuestionHow do I present myself and market my background in a way which wonrsquot turn employers off

Answer

Use words and phraseskey terms specific to the sector(some companies use keyword search engines)

Downplay particulars of research highlight transferablecommercial skills focus on

achievements include relevant courses

Organize ldquoExperiencerdquo

into various sections and exclude sections that are notapplicable (ie ldquoResearch Interestsrdquo

or ldquoObjectiverdquo

statements)

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

What employers are saying

ldquoDont write a book The average HR person looks at a resume for around ten seconds beforedeciding if theyre going to keep reading If you are sending a CV the same applies keep theeducation and job history to 3 pagesrdquo-

HR Manager MedImmune

ldquoList results-oriented activities and demonstrated proof of your ability to meet deadlinesrdquo-

Senior Associate Sanford Bernstein Global Wealth Management-

Biotech amp Healthcare Equities

ldquoNever assume your targeted audience knows the relevancy of your research Clearly spell out howyour research directly impacted the field as well any other tangible achievements you picked upalong the wayrdquo -

Consultant Booz Allen Hamilton

ldquoFocus on tailoring your resume specifically toward the position you are applying for Use keywordsthroughout that match your experience to the positionrdquo-

Recruiting Manager Clinical Research Management Inc

ldquoWhen I look at a resume the Professional Summary explaining who

you are what you value and highlight of skills and accomplishments is 90 of the resume to me The layout and organization ofthe content is the remaining 10rdquo-

Human Resources Generalist ECRI

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Paper and Font selection

bull

Paper ndash

White or cream colored ndash

Documents and envelop should match ndash

When emailinguploading doc or PDF file

bull

Font ndash

Black font only ndash

No larger than 13 no smaller than 105 ndash

1rdquo

or larger marginsndash

Remove hyperlinksndash

Professional fontbull

Times New Roman Arial Courierbull

Consistent throughout the document ndash

Use bullets underlining and

bolding sparingly

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Final checks

Organization bull

Have you chosen the correct format for your targeted audience

bull

Visually appealing layout and consistent format

bull

Sections clearly labeled

bull

Is your CVResume free of typorsquosmisspellings

Take the guesswork outbull

Targeted to a specific opportunity

bull

Achievements and accomplishments clearly highlighted

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Cover Letters

bull

Compliments a resume

bull

Addresses your interest in a specific position

bull

States the values of your experiences education and personal qualities

bull

Directs readers attention to most relevant aspects of your resume

bull

Reflects and provides insight into your communication skills your level of professionalism and attention to detail

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Considerations before drafting

The Position and Employer

bull

What is the prospective employer seeking

bull

What do you know about the employer

bull

Why are you interested in the opportunity

Your skills abilities and potential for success

bull

What are the qualities that you bring to this job

bull

What are your short term career goals and how does position fit into your trajectory

bull

What potential positive contributions can you make

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Content

bull

Introduction ndash

Who you are What do you want ndash

Identify the position and referral source (vacancy announcement vs colleaguersquos referral)

bull

Body (Sales Pitch) ndash

Relationship between your skills and experience and the open position ndash

Most attractive characteristics Examples ndash

Value addedwhat can you bring to the tablendash

Awareness of institution (resources people etc) and why of interest to you

bull

Closing ndash

Reinforce interest ndash

Address additional materials ndash

Propose steps for further action

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Cover letter formatting

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Sample cover letter Q Who are youA Postdoctoral fellow in Doersquos lab

Q Why are you writing A Applying for faculty position that satisfies research interests

Q Why are you qualifiedA Briefly outline research plan

Q How will you contributeA Conduct independent research Teaching contributions Specific techniques

Sincere and professional closing

Mention additional materials

Reinforce interest in position

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Crafting a successful cover letter

bull

Tailor it as much as possible to target the opportunity

bull

Talk more about what you can offer the employer than what they can do for you

bull

Communicate focused career goals

bull

Avoid saying anything negative about current or previous employment situations

bull

Enthusiastic and assertive narrative (not pushy bland or unfocused)

bull

Back up claims with examples

bull

Keep it to one page

bull

Have others proofread and for misspellings and typos

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

ResourcesCVrsquosResumes

bull

Johns Hopkins Career Center Resume Guide httpwwwjhuedu~careershandoutsresumepdf

bull

Johns Hopkins CV formatting (for faculty promotion)wwwhopkinsmedicineorgfac_developmentresourcesindexhtml

bull

Transforming your CV into a Resume Representing yourself outside academe from The University of Chicagos Career Advising amp Planning Services httpcapsuchicagoeduresourcespdfscv2resumepdf

bull

The Basics of Science CVrsquos from the Chronicle of Higher Education httpchroniclecomjobs2000032000033102chtm

bull

CVrsquos that open industry doors from ScienceCareersorg httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticles0490cvs

_that_open_industry_doors

bull

CV guide from Colorado College Career CenterwwwcoloradocollegeeducareercenterpublicationspdfsCurriculum20Vitaepdf

Resources Cover Letters

bull

UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

bull

The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

from ScienceCareersorg

httpsciencecareerssciencemagorgcareer_developmentprevious_issuesarticl

es0000the_commandments_of_cover_letter_creation

bull

Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Resources Cover Letters

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UWRFrsquos Career Services Cover Letter builder w Exampleswwwuwrfeduccscover-letterhtm

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The Commandments of cover letter creationrdquo

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Professional and Faculty cover letter advice from Dukersquos Career Center httpcareerstudentaffairsdukeedugraduatefind_jobapplycover_lettershtml

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique

Personal consultation or email critique

Derek HaseltineAssistant Director Professional Development Office

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions 1830 E Monument Street Suite 2-107

410-502-2804dhaseltinejhmiedu

wwwhopkinsmedicineorgpdo

• CVResume Workshop
• Professional Development Office
• Objectives
• A little help from my friends
• CV vs Resume
• CV vs Resume
• Getting started
• CVs Standard categories
• Header (Contact Information)
• Slide Number 10
• Education
• Research Experience
• Teaching Experience
• Honors and Awards
• Professional MembershipsSocieties
• Presentations
• Publications
• CertificationsLicenses
• Additional Sections
• References
• Putting it all togetherhellipsample CVrsquos
• Advice from the search committee
• Resumes what to include
• Applying a business focused apporach
• Industry looks forhellip
• Describing Experiences
• Experience
• Experience
• Experience- enhancements
• Skills
• Skillshellipmore than just a lab rat
• Skills various ways to communicate
• Taking a skills resume to the next level
• Functional resume
• Concerns for Scientists transitioning to non-bench positions
• What employers are saying
• Paper and Font selection
• Final checks
• Cover Letters
• Considerations before drafting
• Content
• Cover letter formatting
• Sample cover letter
• Crafting a successful cover letter
• Resources
• Resources
• Personal consultation or email critique