OITE Career Services: Guide To Resumes & Curricula Vitae

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OITE CAREER SERVICES
Guide to
Résumés
& Curricula
Vitae
DISCLAIMER
This guide is to be used as a general overview and cannot take each reader’s own
unique experiences into account. It is intended to be used as a starng point for more
in-depth discussions with mentors, career counselors, and others in your network.
Please bear in mind that, in actuality, there are very few rules and many dierent
opinions regarding CVs and résumés.
Guide to Résumés & Curricula Vitae | OITE CAREER SERVICES | Office of Intramural Training & Education | National Institutes of Health
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What’s the Dierence
Between a Curriculum Vitae
(CV) and a Résumé?
In the United States, a résumé is a
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contrast, a CV is a document that
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work history.
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obtaining an interview.
PURPOSE
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you are applying. It is generally
more compact and focused on work
experience.
A CV is an on-going academic and
work history used if you are seeking
employment within the academic or
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CONTENT
A resume should be succinct and
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wide variety of experiences and
accomplishments
LENGTH
A resume should always be one
to two pages, while a CV’s length
is virtually unlimited (although it
should remain focused).
USE
Use a CV when applying to: faculty
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and for fellowships, grants or
awards.
Use a resume for everything else,
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Overall Look
Your résumé and CV should highlight the skills, talents, and experience that make
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spend 30 seconds or less reviewing a résumé
documents have a clean, readable, and easy to follow format.
Length
Résumé: In general, you can have a longer résumé—as long as the content is
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“Page 2” or “Page Two” on the second and subsequent pages). As a general rule
of thumb, you may add a second page to your résumé for every seven years of
experience.
CV: Virtually unlimited, but should remain focused.
Format
CV & Résumé: Your CV & résumé should have a clean, balanced, consistent, and
professional look. Do not feel limited to the margins a computer program gives you,
the résumé you used to have, or the layout that other people use. Because your
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reverse chronological format, where you account for each year of work, is preferred for
résumés. CVs may be listed in either chronological or reverse chronological order.
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»Be consistent!
»Templates: In general, avoid using templates. Work to create a format that best
displays your individual accomplishments, skills, and experiences.
»Margins: Should never be less than 0.5 inches or greater than 1 inch.
»Font
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body text, 10-14 points for headers, and 18-21 points for your name, which should
be the largest text on the page.
»Paper
»Hyperlinks
address.
»Graphics
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some of the entries, especially in the categories outside of the work/professional
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your own records, which can double as your CV.
Secons of a Résumé
You don’t have to include everything you’ve ever done on each résumé. However, now
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

Secons of a CV



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

your CV.
Order Your Secons
According to Your Audience


audience for each document and



you will want to list your teaching

experience second.
The reverse would be true if you
were applying to a research-
intensive university. Try to lead

each role.
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Ulize the "PAR" Framework
to Form Bullet Points
PROBLEMS
What problems did I encounter in

ACTIONS
What acons did I take to solve
the problem (that will demonstrate


RESULTS
results

the research group, department or

Examples:
 


 Improved the overall yield
from 5% to 33% by telescoping


 Reduced costs of expression by

protocols
Developing Eecve Bullets for a Résumé




your résumé.
Make your accomplishments relevant to your audience.


accomplish their mission.
Begin bullets with strong acon verbs.
Bullets should be designed for maximum impact on the reader and should be

tense verbs. Verbs should be in the past tense for anything done in the past or any



Avoid any descripons beginning with generic statements such as
“Responsible for” or “Dues included.”



Quanfy whenever possible if it will enhance the descripon.



accomplishments by using amounts (e.g., budget size, number of pages/reports




achievements.
Be specic.



While quantave informaon is essenal in the résumé, you must sll succinctly
and carefully describe what acvies transpired.
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Accomplishment Memory Joggers
If you have trouble developing content for your bullet points, use the following memory joggers
to help you recall your accomplishments:





Did you create any original works:


Did you target a need for a product,
service, plan, program, system, method,

Did you produce results or reports whose

by management or your PI, and whose


Did you reduce liability for an


Did you develop or design a new
program, plan, service, product, process,

Did you improve (redesign, streamline
or reorganize), administer or implement




Did you facilitate or improve


Did you train, present or impart










saved money, made money, increased



Did you improve quality or standards for


with various audiences during poster

Did you successfully collaborate on a

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6
Final DOs
and DON’Ts
DO have at least one other detail-
oriented person review your
résumé or CV. And remember, these
documents are intended to help you
get an interview, which is the vehicle

DO ask your mentor for advice on
your CV as each discipline has its
own standards for content, style and
format.
DO

In the United States, DO NOT include
the following on your résumé or CV:
 Photo
 
 Parental Status
 City/Country of Birth
 Salary Requirements
 Social Security Number
 Height/Weight/

 Birth date
 Reasons for Leaving
Previous Employers
 References (or even state:
“References Available Upon
Request”)
 Personal Pronouns like
“I” or “my”
 
*Note: Work Authorizaon
(Green Card, Permanent Resident,
etc.) can be useful
Frequently Asked Quesons (FAQs):
Q: An employer requested a CV within a job ad, but it is not a faculty opening.
Should I send a résumé or a CV?
A: 

Q: Should I list my current advisor as a reference if we don’t have a very good
relaonship?
A: 


Q: Should I list presentaons I’ve given in lab meengs? What about departmental
presentaons?
A: 
résumés, only list talks of relevance.
Q: Where should I list my postdoctoral experience? Under “Educaon,” “Research
Experience,” or both?
A: You should not be redundant on either a CV or a résumé, so only list it once under

Q: I am on an H1-B. Should I list my visa status on my résumé?
A: 
stage to disclose your status, simply because it gives the employer an opportunity

Q: Is an objecve statement required on a résumé?
A: 




Q: Should I list organizaons I’ve been involved with that would reveal my religious
aliaon or polical aliaon?
A: This is a personal decision—but be aware that it may introduce bias, depending
on the point of view of the reader. Generally speaking, it is best not to include


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Sample Acon Verb List
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Adapted
Applied
Assembled
Built
Calculated
Compared
Conserved
Constructed
Converted
Debugged
Designed
Determined
Developed
Engineered


Installed



Printed
Programmed

Regulated
Remodeled
Repaired
Replaced
Restored
Solved
Specialized
Standardized
Studied
Upgraded

RESEARCH SKILLS
Analyzed

Collected
Compared
Conducted

Detected
Determined
Diagnosed
Evaluated
Examined
Experiment-ed
Explored
Extracted

Gathered

Inspected
Interviewed
Invented

Located


Researched
Reviewed
Searched
Solved
Summarized
Surveyed

Tested
TEACHING SKILLS
Adapted
Advised

Coached
Conducted
Coordinated

Developed
Enabled
Encouraged
Evaluated


Guided
Individualized


Trained
MANAGEMENT/LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Administered
Analyzed
Appointed
Approved
Assigned

Authorized
Chaired
Considered
Consolidated
Contracted
Controlled
Converted
Coordinated
Decided
Eliminated
Emphasized
Enforced
Enhanced
Established
Executed
Generated
Handled
Headed
Hired
Hosted
Improved
Incorporated
Increased

Inspected

Led



Navigated




Planned
Presided

Produced
Recommended
Reorganized
Replaced
Restored
Reviewed
Scheduled
Secured
Selected
Streamlined
Strengthened
Supervised
Terminated
ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
Approved
Arranged
Cataloged
Categorized
Charted

Coded
Collected
Corrected
Corresponded
Distributed
Executed

Generated
Implemented
Incorporated
Inspected
Logged






Prepared
Processed
Provided
Purchased
Recorded
Registered
Reserved
Responded
Reviewed
Routed
Scheduled
Screened
Set Up

Supplied
Standardized

Updated
Validated

(connued)
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COMMUNICATION/PEOPLE SKILLS
Accounted
Addresses

Advised
Arbitrated

Assisted
Authored

Coached
Collaborated
Communicated
Composed
Condensed
Conferred
Consulted
Contacted
Conveyed
Convinced
Corresponded
Counseled
Debated

Demonstrated
Described
Developed
Directed
Disciplined
Incorporated

Interacted
Interpreted
Interviewed
Involved
Joined
Judged
Lectured
Listened







Persuaded
Presented
Promoted
Proposed
Publicized
Reconciled
Recruited
Referred
Reinforced
Reported
Resolved
Responded
DATA/FINANCIAL SKILLS
Accounted
Administered

Allocated
Analyzed
Appraised

Assessed
Audited
Authorized
Balanced
Budgeted
Calculated
Chartered

Compared
Computed
Conserved
Consolidated
Corrected
Determined
Developed
Entered




Logged




Planned
Prepared
Programmed

Published

Reconciled
Reduced
Researched
Retrieved
Summarized
Tabulated

Typed
HELPING SKILLS
Adapted
Advocated
Aided
Answered
Arranged
Assessed
Assisted
Cared for

Coached
Collaborated
Contributed
Cooperated
Counseled
Demonstrated
Diagnosed
Educated
Encouraged
Ensured
Expedited



Guided
Helped
Insured
Intervened

Prevented
Provided
Referred
Rehabilitated
Represented
Resolved

Supplied
Supported
Volunteered
CREATIVE SKILLS
Acted
Adapted
Began
Combined
Composed
Conceptualized
Condensed
Created
Customized
Designed
Developed
Directed
Displayed
Drew
Entertained
Established



Illustrated


Integrated
Introduced
Invented


Performed
Photographed
Planned
Revised
Revitalized
Shaped
Solved
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Résumé Sample: Postdoc Applying to Industry

PAT RYLEE
123 First Street Alexandria, VA 20000
Tel: (123) 456-7890 Email: pr@email.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICAITONS
Biostatistician with over five years of experience in the field and expertise/skills in:
• Leading and managing complex, high-level research projects
• Adept at demonstrating proficiency in lab techniques
• Maintain Top Secret/SCI with CI Polygraph (Active)
EDUCATION
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
PhD, Biostatistics, May 2010
Concentration in Epidemiology
Relevant Coursework: Advanced Regression/Program Evaluation Methods, Management, Advanced Statistical
Models, Comparative Biostats Processes
Thesis: Determining High-Risk Candidates for Epidemiological Measures
Lynchburg College, Westover Honors Program, Lynchburg, VA
Bachelor of Arts in Economics and International Relations, May 2007
Magna Cum Laude (3.71), AmeriCorps Scholarship Award
Theses: The Impact of Futures Prices on the Net Income of the Exxon Corporation and Hate, Hegemony and
Hooliganism: The Rise of Far-Right Extremism in Great Britain
EXPERIENCE
National Institutes of Health, National Institute National Cancer Institute .................................................... Frederick, MD
Postdoctoral Research Fellow ................................................................................................................. May 2010-present
• Develop methods to identify type IV secretion effectors with the aim of elucidating the role these molecules
play in host-microbe interaction
• Conduct an epidemiological survey to determine overall burden and effects of cancer pathogens on population
health, specifically in rural areas
• Present result findings at lab and institute-wide meetings to discuss research efforts
• Assess compliance and efficacy under primary research aims in conjunction with mentor
Booz Allen Hamilton ........................................................................................................................................... McLean, VA
Community of Professional Intelligence Analysts Intern ................................................................... June-August 2009
• Researched and wrote fact sheets on terrorist groups for U.S. Department of Homeland Security, local
government, and public safety groups
• Conducted open source research on foreign politicians for Defense Intelligence Agency network analysis project
• Assessed current Russian economic capacity and projected likelihood of preemptive action in Arctic for J2 Joint
Staff Intelligence threat assessment project
• Briefed clients and corporate partners on Arctic project findings and recommendations
Edward Jones Investments ............................................................................................................................. Alexandria, VA
Financial Advisor ............................................................................................................................. July 2007-January 2008
• Presented investment opportunities to groups of prospective clients
• Designed market research plans and specialized local sales strategies
• Developed clientele through face-to-face and telephone marketing
SKILLS/TRAININGS
Computer Skills: Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word; Experience using SAS, Impromptu, Deltek Costpoint
Trainings: OITE Workplace Dynamics & Management Bootcamp Series; August 2013
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include the name
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dates, and describe

accomplishments
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especially those

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Résumé Sample: Postdoc Applying to Industry
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PAT RYLEE
123 First Street Alexandria, VA 20000
Tel: (123) 456-7890 Email: pr@email.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICAITONS
Biostatistician with over five years of experience in the field and expertise/skills in:
• Leading and managing complex, high-level research projects
• Adept at demonstrating proficiency in lab techniques
• Maintain Top Secret/SCI with CI Polygraph (Active)
EDUCATION
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
PhD, Biostatistics, May 2010
Concentration in Epidemiology
Relevant Coursework: Advanced Regression/Program Evaluation Methods, Management, Advanced Statistical
Models, Comparative Biostats Processes
Thesis: Determining High-Risk Candidates for Epidemiological Measures
Lynchburg College, Westover Honors Program, Lynchburg, VA
Bachelor of Arts in Economics and International Relations, May 2007
Magna Cum Laude (3.71), AmeriCorps Scholarship Award
Theses: The Impact of Futures Prices on the Net Income of the Exxon Corporation and Hate, Hegemony and
Hooliganism: The Rise of Far-Right Extremism in Great Britain
EXPERIENCE
National Institutes of Health, National Institute National Cancer Institute .................................................... Frederick, MD
Postdoctoral Research Fellow ................................................................................................................. May 2010-present
• Develop methods to identify type IV secretion effectors with the aim of elucidating the role these molecules
play in host-microbe interaction
• Conduct an epidemiological survey to determine overall burden and effects of cancer pathogens on population
health, specifically in rural areas
• Present result findings at lab and institute-wide meetings to discuss research efforts
• Assess compliance and efficacy under primary research aims in conjunction with mentor
Booz Allen Hamilton ........................................................................................................................................... McLean, VA
Community of Professional Intelligence Analysts Intern ................................................................... June-August 2009
• Researched and wrote fact sheets on terrorist groups for U.S. Department of Homeland Security, local
government, and public safety groups
• Conducted open source research on foreign politicians for Defense Intelligence Agency network analysis project
• Assessed current Russian economic capacity and projected likelihood of preemptive action in Arctic for J2 Joint
Staff Intelligence threat assessment project
• Briefed clients and corporate partners on Arctic project findings and recommendations
Edward Jones Investments ............................................................................................................................. Alexandria, VA
Financial Advisor ............................................................................................................................. July 2007-January 2008
• Presented investment opportunities to groups of prospective clients
• Designed market research plans and specialized local sales strategies
• Developed clientele through face-to-face and telephone marketing
SKILLS/TRAININGS
Computer Skills: Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word; Experience using SAS, Impromptu, Deltek Costpoint
Trainings: OITE Workplace Dynamics & Management Bootcamp Series; August 2013
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Résumé Sample: Postbac Applying to Graduate School (pg. 1)
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Veronica Maciejewski
4321 Dawson Street, Unit 00 • Arlington, VA 22201
(123) 456-7890 • vm@email.com
EDUCATION
Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry GPA: 3.5, May 2012
Honors Thesis: Highly XX Silanes to Silanols via XX Nano Technique Conversion
AWARDS AND HONORS
National Dean’s List, 2009-2012
Whittington Scholar, Penn State, 2012
Alumni Association for Scholastic Achievement, 2007-2009
First Place, Physical Science Student Technology Conference, 2011
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
National Institute of Mental Health, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD
Post baccalaureate IRTA Research Fellow, 2012-Present
Supervisor: Fname Lname, Title/Degree
• Perform research and synthesis, growth and purification techniques under the supervision of Dr. AB
• Assess the synthesis of nano catalysts to demonstrate fabrication of nanoparticles
• Conduct seven to ten initial intakes daily for patients to clinical center
• Interpret and present data to lab mates and mentors
Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA
Undergraduate Research Scholar, June 2010-June 2012
Supervisor: Fname Lname, Title/Degree
• Coordinated and designed research experiments under the supervision of Dr. CD
• Streamlined processes to maximize productivity during critical phases of projects
• Analyzed data using tools such as Thermogravimetry, Transmission Electron Microscopy
• Facilitated safety & health protocols within lab and department by establishing new protocols
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA
Vice-President, Student Leaders Association June 2010-June 2012
• Oversaw fundraising efforts for school and organization activities and successfully raised $5,400
• Spearheaded outreach efforts to other student-run organizations
• Liaised with university administrators and coordinated with president on recruitment activities
• Communicated with members and effectively presented at monthly meetings
Penn Student Association
Service Chair, September 2009-May 2010
• Elected executive position charged with coordinating community service events for the student body
• Provided administrative support to student organization
• Designed and executed new programming initiatives, including: student-run blog, journal club,
trivia night
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Résumé Sample: Postbac Applying to Graduate School (pg. 2)
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COMMUNITY SERVICE EXPERIENCE
Presbyterian Hospital, Hospital Unit Clerk, May 2012-Present
• Connect healthcare professionals to one another by relaying pertinent patient information
• Manage orders for tests and labs concerning patient’s healthcare during the night shift
• Maintain orderly records in conjunction with nurses on staff
The 6th Branch, Volunteer, 2011-Present
• Volunteer in the Oliver Neighborhood of Baltimore (the neighborhood used in HBO’s series,
“The Wire”) with the aim of fostering a sense of community ownership and pride
• Promote community responsibility and accountability
• Engage the community in cleanups, community beautification projects, and neighborhood-
sponsored events
Susan G. Komen, Community Ambassador, 2010-Present
• Chosen as a brand representative and community ambassador for local branch
• Volunteer at local events and races by distributing race bibs, handing out water, and aiding registration
Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Pennsylvania State University, Service Chair, 2008-2010
• Planned service fundraising events; on average ten each academic year
• Oversaw service budget and fiscal activities for entire academic year
POSTER PRESENTATIONS
Summer Poster Day, National Institutes of Health, Analysis of Z variant xx-1-proteinase xx accumulated
in the xx, June 2012
Undergraduate Research Fair, University of Maryland, Characterization of fibroxxxctin doe not enhance
infecxxvity in receptor sites, September 2011
International Honor Society, University of Pittsburgh, Association between opioid xx receptor genotypes
and opioid induced section in xx patients, February 2009
PUBLICATIONS
Erika Author, James Author, Veronica Maciejewski. Bacteria-associated with firbonectin does not xx cite
results. Journal (Yr.) 76:4832-48X5.
Charles Author, Harik Author, Lara Author, Lilo Author, Veronica Maciejewski. Highly Efficient xx of
Silanes to Silanols via Water. (Submitted for publication, Month Year).
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S. Gravenor, Ph.D.
1
Susan M. Gravenor, Ph.D
Office of Intramural Training and Education 12 Third Street
National Institutes of Health Rockville, MD 20892
Building 2, Rm 2W11 (240) 855-6668
2 Center Drive smg00@email.com
Bethesda, MD 20892
(301) 989-4222
Susan@email.gxv
EDUCATION
2000 Ph.D., Nutrition, Freie University, Berlin, Germany
1990 B.S., Clinical Dietetics and Nutrition, University of Strasbourg, Strasbourg, France
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
2008-Present Program Director, Division of Cancer Control and Populations
Sciences, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Rockville, MD
2006-2008 Research Fellow, Laboratory of XX Center for Cancer Research, National
Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD
Principal Investigator: Fname Lname, Degree
2004-2006 Postdoctoral Fellow, Laboratory of XX, Center of Cancer
Research, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD
Principal Investigator: Fname Lname, Degree
2000-2006 Graduate Research Assistant, Division of XX Sciences, Sciences Po University, Paris, France
Principal Investigator: Fname Lname, Degree
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
2008-2010 Adjunct Lecturer, Department of XX Management, Montgomery College, Rockville, MD
Course Name, Number of Sections, Number of Students
2006-2008 Adjunct Faculty, Department of Nutrition, Foods, and Hospitality Management, Prince George’s
County Community College, Largo, MD
Course Name, Number of Sections, Number of Students
2001-2006 Graduate Teaching Assistant, Division of XX Sciences, Freie University, Berlin, Germany
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
2002-2003 Consultant Clinical XX, Service Department, Elcor Health Services, Brooklyn, NY
1993-1996 Clinical XX, JFK Medical Center, Villages, FL
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Curriculum Vitae (CV) Sample (pg. 2)
S. Gravenor, Ph.D.
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GRANTS
2006-2008 National Center on Health Disparities “Compromised Complement System Increases xx
Cancer in xx % of Americans
2000-2004 National Institutes of Health Nutrition Training Grant
HONORS AND DISTINCTIONS
2009 National Institutes of Health Awards, Fellows Award for Research Excellence, Carcino-
xx Study Section
2007 National Institutes of Health Awards, Fellows Award for Research Excellence, xx-
genesis Study Section
2006 Aspen Cancer Conference Fellow, 5th Aspen Cancer Conference
2000 American Association Awards, Public Policy Grassroots Scholarship Workshop
1989-1993 University of Strasbourg Fellowships, Division of Nutritional Sciences
Quillman, Jr Fellowship, Year
Werly Fellowhsip, Year
Prescott Fellowship, Year
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
2004-Present American Association for Cancer Research, Associate Member
AACR—Women in Cancer Research
Molecular xx Group
2004-Present American XX Association, Member
2004-2006 District of Columbia Metropolitan Area Association
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
2005-2010 National Institutes of Health Fellows Committee
FARE Committee, 2008-2010
Basic Science Co-Chair, 2008-2009
Chief Judge, Epidemiology/Biostatistics—Prognosis Study, 2009
Chief Judge, xx Section, Fellows Award for Research Excellence, 2007
Liaison to the NIH Women Scientist Advisors Committee, 2006-2008
Division of Cancer Prevention Representative, 2005-2006
1997-2001 Freie University Graduate and Professional Student Council of Representatives
Secretary, 2000-2001
Graduate and Professional Student Assembly, 1999-2001
Graduate School General Committee, 1999-2001
Division of xx Sciences Representative, 1997-2001
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Curriculum Vitae (CV) Sample (pg. 3)
S. Gravenor, Ph.D.
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PRESENTATIONS
Oral Presentations
Molecular epidemiology of xx cancer, Laboratory of Human xx Workshop, National Institutes of Health,
Bethesda, MD, 2007
Compromised complement system increases xx cancer susceptibility in xx Americans, Laboratory of Human xx
Research Meeting, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 2006
Does compromised complement system increase xx cancer susceptibility in xx Americans?, Cancer Prevention
Fellows’ Research Meeting, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD, 2005
Poster Presentations
Variations in MBL2 genetic background increases xx cancer susceptibility in xx American, NIH Research
Festival (Abstract Selected for Fellows Award for Research Excellence), National Institutes of Health, Bethesda,
MD 2008
Compromised complement system increases xx cancer susceptibility in xx Americans, 5th Aspen Conference,
Aspen, CO 2007
Does compromised complement system increase xx cancer susceptibility in xx Americans?, Cancer Prevention
Fellows’ Award for Research Excellence Ceremony, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD, 2006
Association between dietary folate xx, alcohol xx and methyleneterahydrofolate reductase C677T and A1298C
polymorphisms and subsequent xx cancer, 4th Annual Cancer Prevention Fellows’ Symposium, National
Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 2005
Cytoplasmic serine hydroxymethyltransferase expression is required for SH-SY5Y differentiation , Folic, Acid,
Vitamin B12, and One-Carbon xx FASEB Summer Research Conference, Snow Mass Village, CO 2000
PUBLICATIONS
Gravenor S, Author E, Author T. Variations in xx-binding lectin 2 increases xx cancer susceptibility in xx
Americans. 2013
Author EL, Author RB, Gravenor S. Changing Extracellular Matrix xx During Metastasis. The Prostate. 66(3):
283-93, 2010
Author AJ, Author S, Author J, Gravenor S. Author, E, Author N, Author C. (2008) MicroRNA expression
profiles associated with prognosis and therapeutic outcome in xx adenocarcinoma. Cancer Research 68(8):
1478-98.
Author A, Author H, Author A, Author D, Gravenor S, Author L, Author R, Author B. (2007) Use of xx gene
expression signature in xx adenorcarcinoma and the surrounding tissue as a prognostic classifier. J. Natl. Cancer
Inst. 98(17):1253-69.
Gravenor S, Author P. (2003) Pyridoxal phosphate inhibits dynamic subunit interchange among serine
hydroxymethyltranferase tetrmaers. J. Biol. Chem. 289, 342-356.
Author M, Author T, Author J, Gravenor S, Author G, Author P, Author A, Author P, (1998) Molecular cloning,
characterization and alternative splicing of the xx cytoplascmic serine hydroxymethyetranfersase xx. Gene 500,
432-499.
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Résumé Sample: Graduate Student
ALEXA ROSEDALE
123 First Street, Bethesda, MD 20814
123-456-7890 · rose@email.gov
Education
Ph.D. Neuroscience, Brown University-National Institutes of Health ................... April 2012
Graduate Partnership Program
Providence, RI and Bethesda, MD
B.S. Neuroscience, Harvard University .............................................................. May 2007
Cambridge, MA
Dean’s List, Presidential Academic Scholarship (2003-2007)
Research Experience
NIH Predoctoral Fellow, Laboratory of XX, PhD ..................................................... 2009 to Present
Unit on Neuroplasticity, National Institute of Mental Health, NIH, Bethesda, MD
Dissertation Title: “Adult hippocampal xx and the xx antidepressant, xx”
• Describe XX alternative splicing and its implications for amyloid β-peptide production and
Alzheimer’s disease pathogenesis
• Developed an in vitro system for studying stabilization of XX during XX
• Mentored a 9th grade student in order to enhance critical thinking and laboratory skills
through hands-on science laboratory activities and encourage the student to pursue a career
in science
Research Assistant, Laboratory of XX, PhD ................................................................ 2006 to 2008
Department of Neuroscience, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
• Collected and analyzed electroencephalography (EEG) data to study neurophysiology of
movement in human participants.
• Studied the contribution of vasoptressin to social behavior is animal models
Related Experience
Primary Editor, NIH Fellows Editorial Board ........................................................ 2012 to Present
National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD
• Edit scientific manuscripts/grant applications for grammar, form and clarity under deadline
• Write critical review of neuroscience and psychology print/digital materials measuring
scientific accuracy, content and suitability for a wide range of audiences
Graduate Partnership Representative
Brown University-NIH Graduate Partnership Program, Bethesda, MD ................................ 2008-2009
• Liaised between Brown-NIH graduate students and Graduate Student Council
• Facilitated events for interview weekends and planned on-campus events
Selected Oral Presentation (Total #: 15)
Investigating the Relationship between Adult xx and Antidepressant ............................... April 2011
Brown University-NIH Annual Retreat, Woods Hole, MA
Selected Abstract (Total #: 5)
Rosedale AM, Author A, Author B, Acute XX tx increases function maturation of xx. 324.28/A55.
Tucson, AZ: Society for Neuroscience, 2011.
Professional Associations
Society for Neuroscience (2011-Present), Association of Women in Science (2010-Present)
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U.S. Federal Résumé
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Drew Wilding
2408 30st Rd N
Arlington, VA 22207
(123) 456-7890
DW@email.com
Social Security Number: 000-00-0000
Citizenship: United States
Federal Status: Unknown
Veteran’s Preference: N/A
Clearance: N/A
Hiring Program: Hiring Program
Languages: Spanish (Reading Advanced, Speaking Intermediate)
OBJECTIVE: Research Analyst GS-0099-09, Promotion
Potential GS-11. Ann. # INT-2000-0000
Experience
RESEARCH ASSISTANT, National Science Foundation
January 2012 – Present
Dr. Jan Hoya, Visiting Fellow, (xxx) xxx-xxxx or janhoya@xxxx.org
SUPPORT the work of Principal Investigator at the National Science Foundation and the empirical
study of xx. RESEARCH reports from other governmental agencies such as xx and xx to determine
radicalization techniques. ANALYZE the results of protocol implemented to identify current rhetorical
trends.
RESULTS: Have produced a substantial literature review of the main theories and narratives the
study of xx.
RESEARCH DEPARTMENT INTERN, Department of Biology, University of San Diego
June 2007 – August 2007
Research Manager (xxx) xxx-xxxx or Dr. Balek Hinds, bh@xx.org
RESEARCHED and ANALYZED the xx to determine which xx and xx possessed the closest ties.
WROTE daily memos to communicate findings to xx which contributed to a large research report in
support of xx. WROTE research documents on both the xx and xx.
RESULTS: Established the base of research for xx and framing xx for xx. Produced over 30 reports.
Education
George Washington University, Washington, DC
January 2012 – May 2014
PhD in Biochemistry
College of William and Mary; Williamsburg, VA
August 2004 – May 2008
Bachelor of Science in Medical Science
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