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Transforming your CV for the industry job & writing a cover letter

Michael Matrone, Ph.DAssociate Director

Office of Career & Professional DevelopmentUC San Francisco

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July 22 @ noon – Industry InterviewsGenentech Hall N114

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July 29 @ noon – Industry NegotiationsMission Hall 1400

When applying for industry jobs...

Tailor (your documents)

Target (the company)

(Taylor)

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Our Agenda

A. Breaking down the difference between a CV and resume,

what you’ll be writing & why

B. The three steps to organize and write an industry-focused

document

C. The purpose and format of an effective cover letter

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§ Resumes are one page documents (for internships and employment) with flexible section headings

§ Curriculum Vitaes are multi-page documents (usually for faculty positions, fellowships and awards) with a rigid format

§ Resume/CV combos have both a multi-page format and flexible section headings

§ Often in industry these terms are used interchangeably, but they mean a Resume/CV combo.

§ You will aim for a 2-page (3 max) document (minus publications)

Do I write a CV or resumefor industry positions?

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I’m Maggie,

•I have a PhD in Ophthalmology and completed postdoctoral research in both Neurology and Ophthalmology.

•I want them to know that I have significant clinical trials experience in research that works with both pediatric and adult patients with a range of disabilities, particularly neurodegenerative disorders.

•I have a personal experience that makes this area of research meaningful to me; I want to develop tangible therapeutic responses to fight neurodegenerative disease.

Hi, I’m Kofi.

•I’m applying for Scientist I positions.

•I want them to know I’m a productive biochemist, that my area of expertise is in structural biology, and my marketable. techniques are in NMR and X-ray crystallography.

•I have both academic and industry experience.

•I have strong communication skills.

Message Headings Descriptive Text Final Formatting

Your Turn: What will you write, and why?

MaggieKofi

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Our Agenda




document

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Be the Career Counselor:three steps to organize and write your document

1. Pick Your HeadingsUse section headings that quickly explain your skills or experience.

2. Write Useful Descriptive Text Get the language from the position or opportunity description.

3. Final FormattingPolish your format so your information is easy to read.


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I’m Maggie,

•I have a PhD in Ophthalmology and completed postdoctoral research in both Neurology and Ophthalmology.

•I want them to know that I have significant clinical trials experience in research that works with both pediatric and adult patients with a range of disabilities, particularly neurodegenerative disorders.


Hi, I’m Kofi.


•I want them to know I’m a productive biochemist, that my area of expertise is in structural biology, and my marketable. techniques are in NMR and X-ray crystallography.




MaggieKofi


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Kofi’s skeleton of descriptive section headings directly respond to an ad

§ Education

§ (Work) Experience

§ Awards

§ Publications

Original


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Scientist – Protein ChemistWe are seeking a highly motivated PhD scientist to join our Technology Development Team…

The Technology Development team is seeking a uniquely qualified individual to establish a new project that combines our chemical synthesis core technology with state of the art combinatorial peptide methods.

Requirements:• PhD in Biochemistry• 2-5 years of experience in industry or a combination of industry and related postdoctoral experience• Experience with structural biology, NMR or X-ray crystallography is a plus• Background in folding and purification of proteins is highly desirable• The job entails both bench work and management skills• The job demands excellent communication skills, writing skills and the ability to work in teams

Amgen is looking for a scientist…..and Hiring Manager, Madeline, wrote a job description


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Kofi’s will write section headings that directly respond to the ad


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§ Profile

§ Research Experience

§ Industry Experience

§ Technical Skills

§ Education

§ Awards

§ Publications

Kofi’s skeleton of descriptive section headings directly respond to the ad

§ Education

§ (Work) Experience

§ Awards

§ Publications

Original Revised

(summarize all points)

(structural biology experience)

(industry experience)

(NMR or X-ray crystallography)

(PhD in Biochemistry)

(communication skills)

JOB DESCRIPTION


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Your Turn: What descriptive section headings will you use?

§ Qualifications § Summary § Highlights§ Profile

§ Education§ Research Experience§ Basic Science Research Experience§ Clinical Research Experience§ Oncology Research Experience§ Industry Experience§ Bioinformatics Experience§ Project Management Experience§ Quality Assurance Experience

§ Consulting Experience§ Clinical Experience§ Teaching/Mentorship Exp.§ Technical Skills§ Relevant Training§ Clinical Trials Training§ Project Management Training§ Invited Talks/Presentations§ Relevant Presentations§ Selected Presentations§ Publications§ Patents


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RESEARCH EXPERIENCE University of California at San Francisco, Post Doctoral Fellow (Jan. 0000-Present)Principal Investigator: Prof. Ch�en Shu

Biochemical and Structural Characterization of RNA Modifying EnzymesnRNA XXXXXXXXX Enzyme: Biochemical characterization of a RNA XXXXXXXX

enzyme was done. This XXXXXX contains a XXXXXX cluster and we are currently studying the role of this cluster. We have also solved the crystal structure of this protein.

nStructural Genomics: Coordinating and managing a mini structural genomics project involving three different RNA modifying enzymes. We have compiled and cloned 15 different genes encoding four enzymes from two bacterial species and have purified and crystallized several of these. Structure determination of several of these enzymes, in apo-form and in complex with RNA, are in progress.

What are the key components of descriptive text?

§ Projects§ Range of responsibilities (research, project management, supervisory, etc.)§ Outcomes/Achievements


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RESEARCH EXPERIENCE University of California at San Francisco, Post Doctoral Fellow (Jan. 0000-Present)Principal Investigator: Prof. Ch�en Shu

Biochemical and Structural Characterization of RNA Modifying EnzymesnRNA XXXXXXXXX Enzyme: Biochemical characterization of a RNA XXXXXXXX

enzyme was done. This XXXXXX contains a XXXXXX cluster and we are currently studying the role of this cluster. We have also solved the crystal structure of this protein.

nStructural Genomics: Coordinating and managing a mini structural genomics project involving three different RNA modifying enzymes. We have compiled and cloned 15 different genes encoding four enzymes from two bacterial species and have purified and crystallized several of these. Structure determination of several of these enzymes, in apo-form and in complex with RNA, are in progress.




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Stockholm University, Ph.D in Molecular Biology. 0000-0000Goal: To determine the mechanisms by which TGF-beta regulates TIMP1 and MMP1 transcription...(insert the why here) n Confirmed the effects of TGF-beta on TIMP1 and MMP1 using northern blot analysis, RT-PCR and

Taqman.n Designed a series of promoter-deletion constructs by site-directed mutagenesis and used these in

reporter assays to identify important promoter regions involved in the TGF-beta responses.n Characterized transcription factor binding to the promoter regions using EMSA and supershift analysis.

Confirmed the importance of these transcription factors using protein overexpression and knockoutcell lines concomitantly with reporter assays.

n Trained undergraduate and graduate students in Cell and Molecular Biology techniques.




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Stockholm University, Ph.D in Molecular Biology. 0000-0000Goal: To determine the mechanisms by which TGF-beta regulates TIMP1 and MMP1 transcription n Confirmed the effects of TGF-beta on TIMP1 and MMP1 using northern blot analysis, RT-PCR and

Taqman. n Designed a series of promoter-deletion constructs by site-directed mutagenesis and used these in

reporter assays to identify important promoter regions involved in the TGF-beta responses.n Characterized transcription factor binding to the promoter regions using EMSA and supershift analysis.

Confirmed the importance of these transcription factors using protein overexpression and knockout cell lines concomitantly with reporter assays.

n Trained undergraduate and graduate students in Cell and Molecular Biology techniques.




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Program in Biomedical Sciences, University of California, San Francisco Doctoral Research

Dissertation chair: Thomas Paine, M.D. 0000-0000 • Project: Investigated the function of heterotrimeric G-proteins and G-protein coupled receptors in mito-chondria

membranes in the rat pancreas. Developed a biochemical purification strategy that led to the discovery that a and bg subunits of heterotrimeric G-proteins are differentially expressed on mitochondria membranes.

• Responsibilities: Developed a strategy for bulk separation of plasma and mitochondria membranes based on subcellular fractionation using sucrose gradients; Developed a lectin-based system for the removal of contaminating plasma membranes from mitochondria membranes. Provided research advice and supervision to junior graduate and undergraduate students. Served as Teaching Assistant in Pharmacology and Toxicology. Assisted in course development, led discussion sections and lectured on Basic Principles of Toxicology.

• New Methodologies: animal surgery, tissue sectioning, subcellular fractionation, antibody production, yeast two-hybrid analysis, bacterial and yeast cell culture, protein purification, biochemical and molecular techniques.

Effective Descriptive TextWhat are the key components of descriptive text?



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Program in Biomedical Sciences, University of California, San Francisco Doctoral Research

Dissertation chair: Thomas Paine, M.D. 0000-0000 • Project: Investigated the function of heterotrimeric G-proteins and G-protein coupled receptors in mito-chondria

membranes in the rat pancreas. Developed a biochemical purification strategy that led to the discovery that a and bg subunits of heterotrimeric G-proteins are differentially expressed on mitochondria membranes.

• Responsibilities: Developed a strategy for bulk separation of plasma and mitochondria membranes based on subcellular fractionation using sucrose gradients; Developed a lectin-based system for the removal of contaminating plasma membranes from mitochondria membranes. Provided research advice and supervision to junior graduate and undergraduate students. Served as Teaching Assistant in Pharmacology and Toxicology. Assisted in course development, led discussion sections and lectured on Basic Principles of Toxicology.

• New Methodologies: animal surgery, tissue sectioning, subcellular fractionation, antibody production, yeast two-hybrid analysis, bacterial and yeast cell culture, protein purification, biochemical and molecular techniques.

Effective Descriptive TextWhat are the key components of descriptive text?



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Find these samples at

career.ucsf.edu/cvs-resumes-cover-letters


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Look at samples!

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“Summary” or “Profile” section

n First section of industry resume

n Purpose 1: Quickly demonstrate match between position requirements and your qualifications – helps HR

n Purpose 2: Provide a hook for the hiring manager

n Useful format:

n Three to four line statement that categorizes and sub-categorizes you, and then bullets mapping your background to the job description

n Clinical pharmacologist with post-doctoral PK/PD background and experience with regulatory guidelines and applications


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Writing a qualifications summary


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Protein biochemist with 5 years postdoctoral experience and 3 years industrial experience.

n Successful bench scientist with strong publication record

n Extensive experience working in chemistry and structural biology

n Project management experience in industrial and academic settings

n Excellent interpersonal and communication skills developed by supervising staff, presenting at invited talks and a strong publication record.

How does Kofi summarizes his skills and experience in a qualification summary?


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QUALIFICATIONS• Stem cell researcher with background in neuroscience and electrophysiology.

Strong analytical and problem solving skills developed through my collaborative project management experience

• Medical doctor with excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork experience in several settings

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as evidenced by my publication record and presentation experience at research conferences

• Visa status: Permanent resident status starting Fall 0000

A sample qualifications summary


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SUMMARY• Experience formulating and conducting scientific research in

experimental and computational biology.• 5 years experience in genetics, cell and molecular biology and 2

years in computational biology.• Effective communicator with teaching, mentoring, and

conference presentations experience and strong a publication record.

A sample qualifications summary


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3. Final FormattingPolish your format so your information is easy to read.


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Formatting that’s easy on the reader’s eye

n Length: 2-3 pages

n Margins: Top/Bottom .5 and Right/left .75 inch

n Fonts: Times New Roman, Calibri, Cambria, Garamond, Helvetica, Arial Narrow, Optima, Palatino, etc.

n Font Size: 10-12 font. With smaller fonts (e.g. Times) don’t go below 11

n Headings: Bold and capitalize. Heading font size 0-1 size larger than text.

n Highlight: Indent, bold, capitalize, bullet to highlight.

n Numbering: Put your name and page number on 2nd & 3rd pages in corner

n Exclude: Do not include birth date, birth city, personal status, photos


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Our Agenda




document

C. The purpose and format of an effective cover letter

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The question isn’t:

n Do employers read cover letters?

The question is:

n When do employers read cover letters, and whatare they looking for when they do?

Effective cover letters

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1. Employers read resumes/CV’s first, cover letters second.

2. Cover letters are both writing samples and ‘tie breakers’

3. Well organized cover letters focus on summarizing outcomes of

your:

n Academic Training

n Professional Skills

…and stating your:

n Desire

…for the job to the employer.

What does a good cover letter do?

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I’m Maggie,

•I have a PhD in Ophthalmology and postdoctoral research in both Neurology and Ophthalmology.

•I want them to know I significant clinical trials experience in research that works with both pediatric and adult patients with a range of disabilities, particularly neurodegenerative disorders.


Hi, I’m Kofi.


•I want them to know I’m a productive biochemist, that my area of expertise is in structural biology, and my marketable. techniques are in NMR or X-ray crystallography.




MaggieKofi

@ 2013 Naledi Saul. Please do not reprint withoutpermission. [email protected].

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Academic Training

ProfessionalSkills

Desire

Summarizes… Dear Sir/Madam:

I read the description of your opening for a Clinical Research ProjectManager, which was posted on sciencecareers.org on June 4th, 0000with great interest. My Ph.D. in Ophthalmology and postdoctoral research inboth Neurology and Ophthalmology make me a strong candidate for thisposition. My clinical trials experience includes working with both pediatric andadult patients with a range of disabilities, particularly neurodegenerativedisorders.

As someone whose family has been affected by type I diabetes and glaucoma, working on therapeutic responses to fight glaucoma is both personally andprofessionally rewarding to me. I greatly enjoy patient interaction, and the rewardingSense of using project management skills and scientific training to tangibly help others. I know the life altering benefits offered by the the products offered byPharmagen, and would welcome the chance to contribute to the effort to end eyeneurodegeneration.

I can be reached at XXX-XXX-XXXX. Thank you for your consideration of myapplication.

Regards,Siobhan Prince

An effective cover letter

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Academic Training

ProfessionalSkills

Desire


I am writing to apply for the Clinical Research Project Manager position, which was posted on sciencecareers.org on June 4th, 0000. My Ph.D. in Ophthalmology and postdoctoral research in both Neurology and Ophthalmology make me a strong candidate for this position. My clinical trials experience includes working with both pediatric and adult patients with a range of disabilities, particularly neurodegenerativedisorders.

As someone whose family has been affected by type I diabetes and glaucoma, working on therapeutic responses to fight glaucoma is both personally and professionally rewarding to me. I greatly enjoy patient interaction, and the rewarding Sense of using project management skills and scientific training to tangibly help others. I know the life altering benefits offered by the the products offered by Pharmagen, and would welcome the chance to contribute to the effort to end eye neurodegeneration.

I can be reached at XXX-XXX-XXXX. Thank you for your consideration of my application.

Regards,Siobhan Prince


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Academic Training

ProfessionalSkills

Desire


I am writing to apply for the Clinical Research Project Manager position, which was posted on sciencecareers.org on June 4th, 0000. My Ph.D. in Ophthalmology and postdoctoral research in both Neurology and Ophthalmology make me a strong candidate for this position. My clinical trials experience includes working with both pediatric and adult patients with a range of disabilities, particularly neurodegenerative disorders.

As someone whose family has been affected by type I diabetes and glaucoma, working on therapeutic responses to fight glaucoma is both personally and professionally rewarding to me. I greatly enjoy patient interaction, and the rewarding Sense of using project management skills and scientific training to tangibly help others. I know the life altering benefits offered by the the products offered by Pharmagen, and would welcome the chance to contribute to the effort to end eye neurodegeneration.

I can be reached at XXX-XXX-XXXX. Thank you for your consideration of my application.

Regards,Maggie Smith


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Recap: What we covered today

§ The difference between a CV and resume

§ The four steps to organize and write an industry-focused

document

§ The purpose and format of an effective cover letter

Thank you! Questions?

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