Prepare a clear academic CV

A useful academic CV helps a selection committee understand the relevance of your experience. Tailor it to the role and follow any prescribed application format in the official notice.

Start with the role

Read the essential and desirable criteria before editing your CV. Identify the specialisation, level of responsibility and evidence the institution asks you to provide. Use accurate dates and consistent job titles.

Make your academic profile easy to scan

• Contact details and a short, relevant professional profile.
• Qualifications, awarding institutions, subject specialisations and dates.
• Teaching appointments, subjects taught, courses supported and student supervision.
• Research interests, selected publications, funded projects and your contribution.
• Laboratory, clinical, industry or administrative experience relevant to the vacancy.
• Professional registration, training and academic service where applicable.

Show your contribution precisely

Distinguish your own role from a team’s work. Identify whether a publication is published, accepted or under review. Describe teaching and research outcomes you can substantiate. Obtain permission before sharing a referee’s contact details.

Check before you submit

Proofread names, dates and citations. Match your documents to the official checklist, use a descriptive file name and keep a copy of the submitted version. Do not add identity documents or sensitive personal details unless the official application process requires them.