PhD Application CV Resume Example
A PhD application CV built around research output: publications, methods, lab skills and teaching.
Alex Morgan
PhD Application CV
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Summary
Masters graduate in biotechnology applying for a PhD in molecular biology, with a co-authored conference paper, 12 months of laboratory research and two semesters as an undergraduate teaching assistant.
Experience
PhD Application CV, Company Name
2022 - Present- Co-authored a conference paper on low-cost water testing, presented at a national research conference
- Ran laboratory experiments for 12 months, recording results, analysing data with SPSS and reporting findings to a supervisor-led team
- Assisted teaching in two undergraduate lab courses, guiding 40 students through practical sessions and marking lab reports
- Reviewed 25 published studies to identify the research gap behind the proposed PhD topic
Projects
Project Title
- What you built and the result it produced
- Tools or skills you used
Education
B.Sc. Your Degree
University Name • CGPA: 3.0
Certifications
Skills
Languages
How to write this resume
A PhD CV is judged on research fit. List publications and conference papers first, then methods and lab techniques, then teaching. Name the research area and the supervisor or group you want to join, and keep the CV focused: a long list of unrelated jobs weakens it. Contacting a potential supervisor before applying also strengthens the application.
Key skills to consider
Frequently asked questions
How is a PhD CV different from a job CV?
It is longer and research-first: publications, methods, lab skills and teaching come before unrelated jobs.
Should I contact a supervisor before applying?
Yes. A short email with your research interest and CV often matters as much as the formal application.
What if I have no publications yet?
Show research experience instead: methods you used, data you handled and any conference presentation or thesis work.
How long should a PhD CV be?
Two to three pages is normal for research applicants, because publications and methods need space. Keep every line relevant to research.