Workshop: Life Sciences CV Masterclass 

Wednesday 28 January 2026 | 11:30 – 13:05 | Room SG12

Writing a CV that opens doors 

In today’s competitive life sciences job market, your CV is more than a list of positions; it’s your personal brand and your first opportunity to stand out.

Whether you’re applying to biotech startups, global pharma companies, research institutions, or transitioning from academia to industry, this hands-on workshop will help you tailor your CV for maximum impact. 

You’ll learn what hiring managers and recruiters are really looking for, how to present your scientific expertise clearly, and how to adapt an academic CV for industry focused roles, including how to optimise your CV for automated screening systems while ensuring it still resonates with human readers. 

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Workshop Leaders

Why Attend

What you'll learn

  • Key differences between academic and industry CVs. 

  • How to showcase your research, technical skills and achievements effectively. 

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

  • How to integrate soft skills, publications and impact metrics for clarity and relevance. 

Who should attend

  • Students preparing to enter the life sciences job market. 

  • Early career professionals looking to strengthen or reposition their CVs. 

  • Academics exploring industry opportunities in biotech, pharma. 

Workshop format

  • A practical, interactive session focused on real CV examples.

  • Step-by-step guidance on tailoring your CV.

  • Hands-on exercises to refine your personal brand.

Register your interest here

Please note places are limited and you will be informed if you were successful in securing your spot within three weeks.