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Academic CV Guidelines

Your CV is a powerful marketing tool which could help you attract the attention of prospective employers.  The academic world is highly competitive. Follow these Academic CV Guidelines to create the best CV you can. The purpose of your CV is not to get the job but to receive an interview opportunity. It is a…>

Academic Cover Letter

Did you know that an Academic Cover Letter is essential when applying for academic jobs? In the following article, I will share with you why you definitely need one and what you should include. First things first. Why would you bother with a cover letter when you have already included lots of information in your…>

Become a Researcher – 5 Skills You Need

I have cherry-picked five skills you need to become a researcher for those of us who are aspiring to step into the field of academic research. Each field such as arts or science has its own specialist skills. In addition, there are a handful of key skills which are crucial to success. Project Management Every…>

Five Skills You Need to Become a Lecturer in Higher Education

Many of the articles on the jobs.ac.uk Career Advice site focus on tailoring your experience and describing the needs of employers. In this article, I will share with you five essential skills to develop if you would like to work as a Lecturer in Higher Education. If you are currently a PhD student then you…>

Academic Cover Letter Template: Senior Lectureship

This is an academic cover letter template that you can use together with the academic CV template. <Include your address here                                                                                     and phone number                                                                                     and email address> <Date>      Application for the position of Dear , <In the first paragraph introduce yourself generally and list the reasons why you should be considered…>

Junior Researcher CV

Use this CV template as a model for applying to junior researcher roles in academia, the public sector, or industry. Customise it to create your own tailored CV. Start with a summary of your research experience/aims. This section serves as your personal statement, focusing specifically on your research methodology and future plans. Keep this brief,…>

What You Need to Know About Widening Participation

One of the most important government initiatives of the last few years is the Widening Participation agenda. As an academic jobseeker you will have to show that you know a great deal about the job you are applying for, not only about the institution where it is based but also about the higher education sector…>

Career Advice from jobs.ac.uk

Welcome to jobs.ac.uk’s career advice section. Written by academics and professional services experts for everyone in academia and beyond. Here you can view hundreds of career articles aimed at helping you to find a job, manage your career, learn how to write a CV, find out about working abroad, get interview tips, PhD advice and…>

How to Deal with Different Application Forms

Preparing application forms can often be a daunting process, especially when you have several applications to finish, both those from universities and those from other public sector organisations and private companies. What differences should you be aware of when completing these different application forms? Are there any effective and efficient ways in which you can…>

Applying for Teaching Positions – Top Tips

For many PhDs and postdocs, securing any, but especially a full-time, permanent teaching contract, is their ultimate career aim. Research across Europe consistently shows over 60% of PhD students stating they are seeking a permanent academic career. A lot of people are applying for teaching positions, but they are few and far between. So, if you…>