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A curriculum vitae (CV) is a comprehensive document detailing your academic history, primarily used for academic and research positions. Key components of a CV include contact information, education, research and teaching experience, publications, and references, with the order of sections tailored to the specific position applied for. Length is less critical than completeness, and it is advisable to consult discipline-specific examples for formatting and style guidance.

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A curriculum vitae (CV) is a comprehensive document detailing your academic history, primarily used for academic and research positions. Key components of a CV include contact information, education, research and teaching experience, publications, and references, with the order of sections tailored to the specific position applied for. Length is less critical than completeness, and it is advisable to consult discipline-specific examples for formatting and style guidance.

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Guide to Writing a

CURRICULUM VITAE (CV)

What IS a CV, anyway?


A curriculum vitae (CV) is a document that outlines your entire academic history. It is used most
often to apply for faculty positions at colleges and universities, for research-intensive positions at
national labs or research institutes, and for fellowships, grants, or awards.

What categories should I include in my CV?


At the very least, a CV should include contact information, education, research experience,
teaching experience (if applicable), publications, presentations, and references. Other potential
categories are listed below and may include awards, professional affiliations, community or
university service, and others.

What is the appropriate length for a CV?


Length is less important in a CV than completeness. Your CV should include your complete
academic history and is not typically limited by length, as is a resume.

Should I include job descriptions for every position listed on my CV?


Not necessarily. Most academic search committees may focus solely on your institution and your
advisor. Given this focus, listing your title, institution, advisor, location, and dates you attended or
were employed there are required. Additionally, most faculty reviewers expect to see dates listed
on the left-hand side of the page.

Does order matter on a CV?


Yes. It is critical for you to consider the position you are applying for and/or the audience you are
writing for when compiling a CV. For example, if you are applying for a faculty position at a small
college, you will want to list your teaching experience on the first page of your CV and your
research experience and publications later in your document. The reverse would be true if you
were applying to a research-intensive university or institute.

I’m in the process of drafting my CV, but am not sure about format and style.
It is a good idea to ask your advisor or a mentor in your field for a copy of his/her CV, as each
discipline has its own standards for content, style, and format.

Do you have any samples?


The CV samples found on the OITE website will help you to draft and/or edit your own CV. While
the names have been changed, these are CVs from actual trainees who found employment in their
respective areas of interest. You may use these as a guide, but your words must be your own—do
NOT copy these samples word for word!
Sample category headings

Education
Dissertation Publications
Master's Project Abstracts
Thesis Scholarly Works
Books
Professional Competencies Chapters
Areas of Expertise Editorial Boards
Areas of Concentration in Graduate Study Professional Papers
Internships Technical Papers
Refereed Journal Articles
Teaching Interests Editorial Appointments
Teaching Experience Articles/Monographs
Book Reviews
Research Interests
Research Assistantships Research Grants
Postdoctoral Experience Funded Projects
Research Appointments Grants and Contracts
Research Experience Patents

Professional Experience Awards


Academic Appointments Scholarships
Professional Summary Fellowships
Related Experience Honors
Administrative Experience Activities and Distinctions
Consulting Experience Professional Recognition
Prizes
Academic Service
Advising Professional Memberships
University Involvement Affiliations
Outreach Memberships in Scholarly Societies
Leadership Professional Organizations
University Assignments Honorary Societies
Professional Societies
Professional Development
Professional Association Advisory Boards Professional Certification
Advisory Committees Certification
National Boards Licensure
Professional Activities Endorsements
Special Training
Conference Participation
Conference Presentations Foreign Study
Conference Leadership Study Abroad
Workshop Presentations Travel Abroad
Invited Lectures International Projects
Lectures and Colloquia Languages
Language Competencies

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