In today’s competitive life sciences job market, your CV isn’t just a list of roles—it’s your first impression, your personal brand and a tool to stand out amongst talented candidates. Whether you're applying to biotech startups, pharma giants, research institutions, or transitioning from academia to industry, this hands-on workshop is designed to help you tailor your CV for maximum impact in the U.S. job market. 

We’ll cover what hiring managers and recruiters are really looking for, how to showcase your scientific expertise without losing clarity, and the nuances that differentiate a strong academic CV from one suited for industry roles. 

What You’ll Learn: 

• How to structure a U.S.-style CV for life sciences roles 

• Key differences between industry and academic CVs 

• How to highlight research, technical skills, and achievements for academic and non-academic roles 

• What to cut, what to keep, and how to tailor for specific roles 

• How to integrate soft skills, publications, and impact metrics effectively 

Format: 

• Welcome + Icebreaker  

• Presentation  

• Peer Review 

• Breakout Groups  

Target Audience 

• PhD Students and Postdocs in life sciences preparing to enter the U.S. job market 

• Academics Exploring Industry (biotech, pharma) 

• Early-Career Professionals looking to strengthen or reposition their CVs