Academic CV Templates

Academic hiring puts qualifications, research and teaching first. These templates lead with education, use margin dates so timelines are easy to follow, and use serif typefaces associated with scholarly work.

An academic CV can run longer than a standard resume because it includes publications, grants and talks. Add those as additional sections in your content, and use the order controls in the Studio to place them where they matter most.

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Academic CV

Education first, dates in the margin, serif throughout.

Best for: Lecturers, Researchers, PhDs

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Scholar

Centred small-caps headings in deep violet.

Best for: Humanities, Research, Fellowships

Tips for choosing and using these templates

  • →List education and research appointments in reverse chronological order.
  • →Use a consistent citation style for publications.
  • →Separate teaching, research and service.
  • →Include grants and funding with amounts where appropriate.
  • →Tailor the order of sections to the position.

Questions

Is an academic CV different from a resume?

Yes. A resume is a short summary for a specific job. An academic CV is a fuller record of your academic career and can be several pages.

Which font works best?

A serif such as PT Serif, Garamond or Baskerville gives a scholarly feel and reads well in print.

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