DS 200 (0:1) AUG

Research Methods
Module 7 -
CV & Resume
Phaneendra K. Yalavarthy

September 29, 2022 1

 CV & Resume
CV:
A CV (Curriculum Vitæ, which means course of life in Latin) is an
in-depth document that can be laid out over two or more pages and
it contains a high level of detail about your achievements, a great deal
more than just a career biography. The CV covers your education as
well as any other accomplishments like publications, awards, honours
etc.

The document tends to be organised chronologically and should

make it easy to get an overview of an individual’s full working career.
A CV is static and doesn’t change for different positions, the
difference would be in the cover letter.
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From: https://theundercoverrecruiter.com/cv-vs-resume-difference-and-when-use-which/
 Resume:
CV & Resume
A resume, or résumé, is a concise document typically not longer
than one page as the intended the reader will not dwell on your
document for very long. The goal of a resume is to make an individual
stand out from the competition.

The job seeker should adapt the resume to every position they
apply for. It is in the applicant’s interest to change the resume from
one job application to another and to tailor it to the needs of the specific
post. A resume doesn’t have to be ordered chronologically, doesn’t
have to cover your whole career like and is a highly customisable
document. 3
From: https://theundercoverrecruiter.com/cv-vs-resume-difference-and-when-use-which/
 CV
Five basic principles for a good CV
1. Concentrate on the essentials
2. Be clear and concise
3. Always adapt your CV to suit the post you
are applying for
4. Pay attention to the presentation of your
CV
5. Check your CV once you have filled it in

From: http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/sites/default/files/europass_cv_instructions_en.pdf 4
 CV Templates
Best ones:
http://gradschool.cornell.edu/career-services/re
sumes-and-cvs
http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/documents/curriculum-vitae
/templates-instructions
https://www.grad.illinois.edu/sites/default/files/pdfs/cvsamples.
pdf
Latex:
https://www.overleaf.com/gallery/tagged/cv#.WmKRNZP1VsY
Word:
https://templates.office.com/en-us/Resumes-and-Cover-Letters

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What does an Academic Job
(faculty position/post-doc)
requires?

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 Research Statement
The Research Statement (or Statement of Research Interests) is a common
component of academic job applications. It is a summary of your research
accomplishments, current work, and future direction and potential of your work.

The statement can discuss specific issues such as:

● funding history and potential

● requirements for laboratory equipment and space and other resources
● potential research and industrial collaborations
● how your research contributes to your field
● future direction of your research

More details, including Tips for effective Research Statement:

https://gradschool.cornell.edu/career-and-professional-development/pathways-to-success/prepare-for-your-
career/take-action/research-statement/
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 Teaching Philosophy Statement

A teaching philosophy statement is a narrative that

includes:

● your conception of teaching and learning

● a description of how you teach
● justification for why you teach that way

More Details @
http://gradschool.cornell.edu/pathways-success/prepare-your-career/career-guide/t
eaching-philosophy-statement
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 Cover Letter
(both for Industrial and academic positions)

The purpose of a cover letter is to introduce

yourself and to demonstrate the fit
between your background and the
advertised position

A cover letter must accompany and be tailored to any

application you submit. should not exceed one page.
• Address to the individual named in the job posting, or
with “Dear Members of the Search Committee.”
• The cover letter is a writing sample. It must be good.
• Proofread and spell check! 9
 Samples of cover letters
https://cornell.optimalresume.com/

http://www.grad.illinois.edu/sites/default/file
s/pdfs/academiccoverletters.pdf

https://career.ucsf.edu/grad-students-postd
ocs/career-planning/academic-jobs/applyin
g/academic-samples
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 Industrial Jobs
• Post-Ph.D. looking for an industrial job
• Growing options
– Internship to gain insights
• Skillset
– Communication & soft skills are key
– Working in a group (evidence)
– Ability to adapt
– Organizational skills

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Applying for post-doc position
Advertised/Unadvertised:
• Cover Letter (body of e-mail)
• Resume (one page)

Sample:
https://career.ucsf.edu/phds/academic-caree
rs/academic-samples#Samples
https://careerservices.upenn.edu/application
-materials-for-the-faculty-job-search/ 12
 Resume
Most employers use resumes for
• non-academic positions
• unadvertised academic positions
TIPS:
• Concise & Effective
• Proofread
• Highlight the non obvious
• DO NOT FAKE
• MAKE IT UNIQUE
GREAT READING: 13
https://www.careereducation.columbia.edu/resources/writing-resume-getting-started
 Resume
Your resume is YOU –
make sure it represents YOU well!

5 P’s of RESUME
- Painless Easy to read, well organized; use bold to make things stand out and use same font type throughout, indent 2-3

levels only.

- Perfect Proofread for spelling and grammar, consistent with punctuation, no personal pronouns.

- Page One or two pages is best, 1”, .75 or .5 margins (no smaller and make sure all sides are consistent).

- Paper Resume paper subtle color and pattern (NO FLASHY): if mailed do not fold - use large envelope.

- Position Specific to the position you are applying for, use keywords from job description. 14
 Resume Templates
https://cornell.optimalresume.com/

https://careerservices.upenn.edu/preparing
-effective-resumes/

https://www.vpul.upenn.edu/careerservices
/files/ENG_Sample_Resumes_Masters_2
014.pdf
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 Resume or C.V. - Outline
*Not all of these sections are always necessary

• Heading: Name
• Contact information (Mobile Number and E-mail id)
• Section Titles
• Objective (tailored to job description)
• Education
• Experience
• Honors/Awards/Professional
• Extra for CV
• Leadership/Involvement • Interests
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• References
 Resume or C.V. - Tips
- Use Action Words
Designed, Supervised, Created, Tested, Studied, Earned, Saved,
Gained, Programmed, Sold, Used

- Show, don’t tell

- BAD: I am a responsible student
- GOOD: In my first two semesters at IISc, I
have taken 34 credits and maintained 8.0/10
GPA
- Proofread (show it to your friend/advisor)
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 Resume or C.V. - Tips
- Proper formatting (standard fonts)
- DON’T be Too fancy or Too boring
- Have a website (github is free)
- Post codes/term project details
- Highlight the non-obvious
Ex: The position being applied is Machine Learning
Engineer
- Scored A+ in E0 270: Machine Learning in M.Tech.
program
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 C.V. - Tips
- Publications
Use Proper citation
BAD: Aditya Rastogi and Phaneendra K. Yalavarthy,“Comparison
of iterative parametric and indirect deep learning-based
reconstruction methods in highly undersampled DCE-MR Imaging
of the breast,” Medical Physics 2020.

GOOD: Aditya Rastogi and Phaneendra K. Yalavarthy,

“Comparison of iterative parametric and indirect deep
learning-based reconstruction methods in highly undersampled
DCE-MR Imaging of the breast,” Medical Physics 47(10),
4838-4861 (2020). [doi: 10.1002/mp.14447]. 19
 Exercise
For Ph.D. Students

• Post-Doctoral Position:
https://datascience.harvard.edu/data-scie
nce-postdoctoral-fellows (prepare a
single PDF with all relevant documents)

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 Exercise
For M.Tech.(Research)/M.Tech. (CDS)
Students

• Industry Job:
https://rakuten.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/
RakutenInc/job/Tokyo-Japan/Computer-Vi
sion-Researcher--Vision-Program---Rakut
en-Institute-of-Technology-Tokyo-RIT-_10
06713-147 (prepare a cover letter and
Resume as a single PDF file)
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 Exercise
Prepare a package (as a single PDF file)
and upload in the google form
https://forms.gle/VBvWWaqcSU6FLVd1A
(Due on Oct 30, 2022, 5:00 PM)

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 Industry Vs Academia
- Key Factors
- Duties
- Salary
- Careers
- Work Culture
- Flexibility
- Career Advancement
- Recognition

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 Industry Vs Academia
- How to Decide?
- Your Priorities
- Your Strength
- Your Personality
- Your Goals (long term and short term)

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 Industry Vs Academia
- How to Decide?
- Your Priorities
- Your Strength
- Your Personality
- Your Goals (long term and short term)

● EDITORIAL https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-021-03567-3

01 December 2021

Industry scores higher than academia for job satisfaction

Nature’s salary survey finds that industry researchers are more positive about their careers. Academia must
raise its game.
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 Industry Vs Academia
Must Read Slides:
https://cra.org/cra-wp/wp-content/uploads/sit
es/8/2021/07/Industry-vs.-Academic-Resear
ch-Positions_GC-W21.pdf

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 Career Vs Job
- Advice to have a career
- Publish.
- Deep knowledge of fundamentals.
- Present your work, engage with others, ask
questions. Be visible.
- Keep your focus on research.
- Teaching and service.
- Make a name for yourself (STANDOUT in the
crowd).
- Self-Reliance.
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Thank You!