Tag Archives: cv

what is an ‘academic profile’?

Posted on October 13, 2014 by pat thomson

Doctoral and early-career researchers are encouraged to sign up for courses that offer career development advice. Most of these workshops and courses focus on technicalities – this is how to construct your cv – or on strategies – get yourself … Continue reading →

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make your cv work for you

Posted on September 2, 2013 by pat thomson

I read a lot of cvs. This is because a big part of my job involves looking at applications for studentships, postdoctoral awards and bids for funding. Many of the bids I see have cvs which do not do their … Continue reading →

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preparing for the academic job interview

Posted on July 2, 2012 by pat thomson

This very helpful post is written by Sean Matthews, Director of Studies at The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus. So, you’ve polished your cv, sent in the (many, many) applications, run the gauntlet of the hiring committees, and finally you’ve … Continue reading →