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Writing or Improving a Curriculum Vitae

What is a curriculum vitae (CV)? Why do you need one? When do you need one? How do you write yours so that it reflects who you are and what you are capable of doing? Here are a variety of web sites with tips and samples that you might find useful.*

The Academic Scientists' Toolkit
James Austin, ScienceCareers.org
April 2004

Am I My Vita?
Chronicle of Higher Education Career Network

Career Basics Booklet
ScienceCareers.org

Career Tips and Resources
University Jobs.com

How to Craft a Winning Résumé/CV
ScienceCareers.org

Resumes and CVs
Center for Career Education, Columbia University

Preparing A Curriculum Vitae
Quintessential Careers

Presenting Yourself to the Academic World: The Resume
Yeva Ragauskayte, Journal of Young Investigators, Science Career Center

The CV Doctor Returns
Chronicle Careers, The Chronicle of Higher Education

Writing a Curriculum Vitae
University Career Services, University of Virginia

*APS does not endorse or assume responsibility for the information posted on these web sites.

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