How to Write a Strong Academic CV | Postdoc Application

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  • čas přidán 5. 08. 2024
  • How to Write a Strong Academic CV | Dissecting my Postdoc CV #PostdocApplication #CV #PhDJob (long title)
    This academic CV got me a postdoc position in one week (please watch the video for the full story).
    In this video, I dissect my CV and show you how I wrote each section and the reason why I used certain formatting style (asterisk, highlight, underline).
    0:00 You need an Academic CV before PhD graduation!
    1:13 The story about this CV version I am sharing
    3:09 My Postdoc CV in HD!
    8:11 Advice on BUILDING your CV
    Join the conversation:
    Facebook Page: / phdcoffeetime
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    About me:
    I am a biologist finishing the 6th-year postdoc. I grew up in Hong Kong, have worked in the US and now living in France, now searching for my next role in private sectors of science.
    Recruiters, please contact me for working opportunities: / verabschan
    Before I conclude my time as a postdoc, I really hope to make CZcams videos that are tailored for the younger science community. These are basically what I would share if you find me as a postdoc in your lab. I hope my personal tips will provide some positivity, support, and encouragement to those who are on the journey of academic research.
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    Vlog videos:
    How I arrived in France + Long-Stay Visa tips + Euraxess
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    How I handle the unpredictable future (and work productively from home)
    • How to Work Better Fro...

Komentáře • 47

  • @PhDCoffeeTime
    @PhDCoffeeTime  Před 3 lety +5

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  • @dicheng9576
    @dicheng9576 Před 2 lety +1

    thank you so much, I am preparing a CV for scholarship, this helps a lot!

  • @aftabhussain5858
    @aftabhussain5858 Před 2 lety

    appreciated your knowledge and skills

  • @Biomeducated
    @Biomeducated Před 4 lety +3

    Golden insights for any (young) academic with further academic aspirations! If you're reading this comment, stop it and watch the full video!

    • @PhDCoffeeTime
      @PhDCoffeeTime  Před 4 lety +1

      I have to pin your comment to the top now :)

  • @PZJBimha
    @PZJBimha Před 2 lety

    very helpful. thank you.

  • @gandhiaravind
    @gandhiaravind Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you for the videos! They are very useful for both academic researchers, both senior and junior.

    • @PhDCoffeeTime
      @PhDCoffeeTime  Před 3 lety

      Thank you, I remember how I had no clue about these CV tips until quite late in my postdoc. Please feel free to share this with anyone who might need this!

  • @dameelysabethtarihoran8431

    Thank you so much for keep sharing outstanding content.. 👍🏻💐🌹💐

  • @monikajanuszkiewicz5103

    Thank you! :)

    • @PhDCoffeeTime
      @PhDCoffeeTime  Před 3 lety +1

      Monic, it's really my pleasure. And please feel free to leave me any questions related to PhD studies!

  • @sachingcopk
    @sachingcopk Před 4 lety

    Very useful information.

    • @PhDCoffeeTime
      @PhDCoffeeTime  Před 4 lety

      Thanks, I hope you will share this video with a friend!

  • @rekikyosr6534
    @rekikyosr6534 Před 2 lety

    Thank you very much for your video. I am wondering if you have any idea about how to translate "enseignant vacataire" in English.

  • @snehlatakatheria7212
    @snehlatakatheria7212 Před 2 lety

    Really informative....,👍

  • @cennysworld
    @cennysworld Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you for the tips. Can I send my CV for a quick review. Thank you.

  • @cris2222100
    @cris2222100 Před 2 lety

    Should I include in the CV the certificates?

  • @muhammadtawhid9917
    @muhammadtawhid9917 Před měsícem

    Dear sister,
    Coud u please give me name of font u used in this cv and font size?
    It will be very helpful. Lot of love.

  • @sonalichauhan1453
    @sonalichauhan1453 Před 5 měsíci

    i have written a lot of blog articles for research centre I was working, were should I keep those in my CV

  • @shrishwagh5831
    @shrishwagh5831 Před 2 lety

    1. Will they give preference to expertise in handling of instruments?
    2. How many publications required minimum?

  • @ahsansaeed7209
    @ahsansaeed7209 Před 2 lety

    Excellent demonstration about the topic. If I send my CV, can you please review it? Thank you

    • @PhDCoffeeTime
      @PhDCoffeeTime  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Ahsan, I can take a quick look during the weekend, you can send it to phdcoffeetime@gmail.com. Please know that I have a full time job, so I might be slow replying these emails, but I am happy to give my quick comments privately. Good luck with Postdoc search!

  • @rawanalalshiekh3860
    @rawanalalshiekh3860 Před 9 měsíci

    How many pages so you suggest? Or there is no limit

  • @saddiqueakbar4774
    @saddiqueakbar4774 Před 5 měsíci

    Can u attach Word file

  • @indranilganguly9027
    @indranilganguly9027 Před 2 lety

    I have added Research paper -- Journal paper and Review paper
    Case Study
    Conference (Attended and Paper Presented
    Book Chapter
    Workshop (Attend)
    Research Assistant (Experience)
    Do I need anything else to apply for Post Doc. How do I show them my potentialities in research activity???

    • @PhDCoffeeTime
      @PhDCoffeeTime  Před 2 lety +1

      This looks like a good list, but be sure to prioritize the First Author publication before the coauthored publications. Conference you have Presented should be highlighted.
      Check out this playlist I have created on the topic of Postdoc Application, hope I have made it easy for you to watch the relevant videos :)
      czcams.com/play/PLF6JfHXiwSZ7owTVmyfOFhbwBEMlZRGoH.html

  • @quaschen9621
    @quaschen9621 Před 2 lety

    i am looking for Postdoc positon now. Thank you very much. could you tell me the fonts in your template? it is beautiful.

    • @PhDCoffeeTime
      @PhDCoffeeTime  Před 2 lety

      It's "baskerville", so glad you noticed! I was obssessed with the choice of a "scholarly" font and I am embarrassed to share how much time I have spent selecting fonts!

    • @mingtongchen2899
      @mingtongchen2899 Před rokem

      @@PhDCoffeeTime Your choice is great! I love this font! Thanks for your reply again.

  • @catcute6137
    @catcute6137 Před rokem

    Thank you for this interesting video...i am lucky that i come across this channel.......
    Please i wanna ask one question....Well , currently i am not appointed to any formal postdoc position but i am still active and productive for the Lab where i did my phd.....i mean i assist phd students.....i contribut to study design and i contribute also to manuscipt writing and submission....etc ......but i work with them only online because now i am in my country .....Should i add it in my cv ???and , if so, what should i put ????

    • @PhDCoffeeTime
      @PhDCoffeeTime  Před rokem

      It depends, if you are applying to jobs in the industry, only list relevant experience to that role.
      Add "Professional experiences (as volunteer)" or "Volunteering experience" (vs "Professioinal experience" would mean you are paid for that role) to your CV: and put "Research Assistance" (or a title that you see fit).
      Try to budget time that you can afford on volunteering in your past lab, as you might have much more rewarding roles waitinig for you (in terms of career and fanacial aspects). So, keep an open mind and speak to more PhD alumni on Linkedin.

    • @catcute6137
      @catcute6137 Před rokem

      @@PhDCoffeeTime
      Thank you very much for your reply.
      Not in industry ...in academia.
      Thank you for the tip ....Yep, I will do.
      I really hope so!! 😀😀...thank you !!......Yep, I am going to apply for post doc jobs in other labs because till now there have been no open open post doc positions in this lab.....

  • @leilyb5224
    @leilyb5224 Před 3 lety

    Hi, Thank you so much.
    Why CV does not need photo? Including a photo into the CV is unprofessional?

    • @PhDCoffeeTime
      @PhDCoffeeTime  Před 3 lety +2

      In academic job application (Postdoc, Assistant Professor, Lecturer) it is commonly agreed that we shouldn't put a photos on the CV.
      However, if you are applying for an industry position in a European country (Germany, the Netherland...etc), than your Resume should have a photo.
      Be careful though, US and UK Resume do not need a photo, and having a photo is seen as "unprofessional".
      For CV, the general rule is to not have a photo.

    • @leilyb5224
      @leilyb5224 Před 3 lety

      @@PhDCoffeeTime Thanks so much.

    • @daics6231
      @daics6231 Před 3 lety

      i didnt know this before, thank you so much

  • @avinashmanoharan9007
    @avinashmanoharan9007 Před 2 lety

    Any website available to create a CV ? or only MS word ?

    • @PhDCoffeeTime
      @PhDCoffeeTime  Před 2 lety

      In my case I use MS word. Academic CV is still the more conservative style, so it's not essential to be too creative/colourful. Sometimes, a CV with fancy design is frown upon in academia.
      Remember, your CV is built, not written. Publish early, attend conference, apply to scholarships/awards, join a competition!

  • @uma9183
    @uma9183 Před 3 lety

    Madam, plz share you cv if possible for reference

    • @PhDCoffeeTime
      @PhDCoffeeTime  Před 3 lety +1

      Hi Uma, feel free to pause the video and see the overall outline of the CV.
      Remember, a CV is built by doing the work. So rather than focusing on how to write a CV exactly like mine, start working on your project, enriching the publication list, and applying to scholarships.
      These sections of academic achievement should guide you how you could spend your time (as highlighted in this video). All the best!

  • @baratbushan8230
    @baratbushan8230 Před 2 lety

    My Best wishes By Adv T E Barat Bushan Senior Advocate High Court Chennai

  • @ColinWoods-by9my
    @ColinWoods-by9my Před 3 lety

    You 1st author papers did not get published on those high-impacted journals and that's why you cannot get a decent faculty job.

    • @PhDCoffeeTime
      @PhDCoffeeTime  Před 3 lety +4

      Ouch! But you're absolutely right.
      That's why for anyone who wants to a career in academia, focusing on getting high-quality data and spending time first thing in the morning to write are two most important things I would recommend investing energy on.
      I created this channel hoping that more students can learn this early on and increase their chance of success.