Curriculum vitae (CV)
-an essential part of any application
The object: to summarize the qualifications and experience relevant to the post.
It requires:
brevity,
clarity,
honesty.
Keep the CV updated.
General Rules
A separate title page with name and qualifications can give a professional first impression.
A structured lay-out including headings, bullet points and line spacing of text of 1.5 makes it easy to read.
Stick to either chronological or reverse chronological order when listing qualifications, jobs, publications, etc.
No more than 6 pages long.
Check spelling and grammar carefully, as mistakes can be taken to indicate carelessness.
Do not include photographs.
Contents of the CV
Personal details: full name, date of birth, nationality, address and email address, telephone numbers
Details of secondary education only if they are relevant (special qualifications, bilingual education or positions of responsibility held)
University (undergraduate) – education – include University attended, qualifications gained (degree), year of qualification, prizes won
Postgraduate education –include name of qualification (degree), institution and dates
Academic awards and honours
Membership of societies including General Medical Council number, whether a member of a medical defence organization as well as membership of national and international associations and specialist societies
Publications- include papers published, papers in press and papers submitted
Original reports
Review papers
Theses
Books
Chapters in books
Monographs
Non-printed materials
Presentations- include title of presentation, date and name of meeting
Research- include interests and any research grants
Audit- include audits completed and in progress
Teaching experience
Committee or administrative experience
Employment history- any gaps should be explained
Hobbies and outside interests – outline briefly
A statement of ambitions
Referees – remember always to politely ask the referee for permission to use them and always give the referee a recent CV if you want their help
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