How to include your PhD experience on a CV

by | Jan 10, 2023 | Career Advice

Bullet Points:

• Achieving a PhD experience is an impressive and rewarding accomplishment that should be showcased in your CV
• Benefits of possessing a PhD include problem-solving and presentation skills, increased salary or job role, ability to cope with criticism, and experience working independently and in a team
• When applying for a job, it is important to carefully analyse the job description and tailor your CV to the role
• Academic CVs should include name and contact details, education, work experience, skills, interests, and references
• Industry CVs should include name and contact details, education, work experience, skills, achievements, interests, and references
• Ensure your PhD is listed at the top of your CV and provide a concise summary of the research, specialisms, techniques, and outcomes
• Keep your CV to a maximum of two pages and use reverse chronological order for work experience and education

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