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Academic Resume Template: seeking an academic position

Use this guide to take your resume from the “To Do” pile to the “Done” pile

Your resume plays an important role in applying for a job and getting an interview. Academic resumes, like

all others, need to be tailored to the job you apply for. Although longer and more detailed than other types

of resumes, they should be concise and focused on relevant experience. Academic resumes should only be

used for seeking an academic position.

The key headings of an academic resume include publications, descriptions of research and details of

may need to alter the structure and headings in order to better reflect your circumstances and enable you

to clearly demonstrate that you meet the needs of the employer you are targeting.

Many PhD students look to secure an academic role overseas so it is important to bear in mind that

different protocols exist for resume writing in different countries. If you are unsure what the protocols are

then check out the country profiles on the following website for some hints and tips about style and

content of resumes for the country you wish to apply to: www.prospects.ac.uk

Further Help:

 Upload your resume via CareersConnect to have your document personally reviewed within 3-5

working days

 Curtin Careers Centre regularly hosts resume workshops throughout the year (including sessions

specifically for postgraduates and Higher Degrees by Research students). Access times and dates

here

 If you are applying for jobs outside of academia, the resources on writing Resumes and Cover

letters or the Chronological and Functional Resume Templates are a good starting point

Curtin Careers Centre operates a Duty Counselling Service Mon – Fri during business hours on the Bentley

campus (Bldg 303, Level 2). You can meet with a Careers Consultant for a ten minute appointment. If you