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Academic CV template
An academic CV is a different document from a resume. It is longer, it leads with education, and it lists publications, grants and teaching. This template is laid out for exactly that: a serif typeface, a date column, and room for the sections a hiring committee looks for.
Who it is for
- Faculty, postdoctoral and research positions
- PhD candidates applying for fellowships, grants or academic jobs
- Researchers who need to list publications, awards and teaching
How it is laid out
- A serif typeface, with your name and title centred above a rule
- Education first, then appointments, which is the order committees expect
- A date column on the left, with details beside it
- A numbered list for selected publications, with your name in bold
- Further sections for grants and awards, teaching and service
Tips for this template
- List publications in a consistent citation style and put your own name in bold.
- Put the strongest items first within each section, not just the newest.
- Include dissertation title and advisor under your degree if you are early in your career.
- A CV can run past two pages. Keep it complete, not padded.
Worth knowing
This template is for academic and research CVs. For most industry jobs a one- or two-page resume works better, and ATS Classic or Compact is a better fit.
Common questions
Is the Academic CV template free?
Yes. It is one of the free templates.
How long should an academic CV be?
There is no fixed length. It grows with your career. Keep every entry relevant and complete rather than aiming for a page count.
Can I use it for an industry job?
You can, but it will read as an academic document. For industry roles a shorter resume template is usually the better choice.