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Resume Writing

Resume Writing. For purposes of on-campus interviews: Resume – two pages only. RESUME QUICK TIPS. Do NOT include personal info (height/weight, marital/health status, nationality) Include your name at top of each page Use same format/font throughout

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Resume Writing

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  1. Resume Writing • For purposes of on-campus interviews: • Resume – two pages only

  2. RESUME QUICK TIPS • Do NOT include personal info (height/weight, marital/health status, nationality) • Include your name at top of each page • Use same format/font throughout • Include lab phone if you can be reached there during regular business hours • If include home phone, have business-like message on answering machine • Include your advisor’s name

  3. ERNST QUIGLEY University of Iowa, Dept. of Chemistry 1436 14th Street Iowa City, IA 52240 Iowa City, IA 52240 319-555-1212 319-555-1212 equigley@iowa.edu • OBJECTIVE • A research and development position in an industrial setting that requires my experience in spectroscopic • Investigations in heterogeneous systems. • HIGHLIGHTS • • Extensive experience in the investigation of photochemical reactions • • Modeling of the kinetics of heterogeneous reactions • • Industrial experience (summer intern program) • EDUCATION • Ph.D., Physical Chemistry, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, 1999 • Thesis title: “Photochemical Studies of Heterogeneous Reactions in the Atmosphere” • Adviser: Professor Anton Bruckner • B.S., Chemistry (summa cum laude), Central College, Pella, IA (GPA 3.60/4.00), 1993 • Thesis title: “Computer simulation of ozone reactions” • Adviser: Professor J. P. Morgan • RESEARCH EXPERIENCE • 1993–Present Graduate Assistant, University of Iowa • Adviser: Professor Anton Bruckner • ·Developed a new, highly sensitive technique for the measurement of photochemical reactions on • ·heterogeneous surfaces • ·Modeled the kinetics of heterogeneous photochemical atmospheric reactions • ·Gained experience in all manners of optical investigations of photochemical processes • ·Led Advanced Physical Chemistry and Advanced Kinetics laboratories • 1995,1996 Summer Intern, Exxon Research and Development, Houston TX • Studied gas-phase reactions on various heterogeneous catalysts of industrial importance using spectroscopy • 1993 Summer Intern, Iowa State University • ·Assistant in the laboratory of Professor Ivan P. Oakes • ·Studied chlorofluorocarbons reacting with water droplets using spectroscopy • 1992–93 Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, Central College, Pella, IA • Adviser: Professor J. P. Morgan • ·Studied reactions of ozone both experimentally and theoretically • ·Used computer modeling • AFFILIATIONS • ·American Chemical Society • ·Optical Society of America

  4. Ernest Quigley Page 2 • PUBLICATIONS • 1.Bruckner, A.; Kline, B. J.; Quigley, E. The detection of fluorocarbon–water complexes in the • atmosphere. J. Phys. Atmospheric Sci. 1998, 14, 428–431. • 2.Davis, J.; Quigley, E.; Bruckner, A. A critical review of the kinetics of heterogeneous • photochemical atmospheric reactions. Chem. Rev. 1997, 45, 120–145. • 3.Quigley, E.; Bruckner, A. A novel optical technique for the measurement of atmospheric • chlorofluorocarbons. J. Instrum. Anal. 1997, 135, 1214–1218. • 4.Quigley, E.; Morgan, J. P. Computer simulation of ozone reactions. J. Phys. Chem. 1994, 88, • 124–126. • PATENT • 1.Peach, J. R.; Petrov, V.; Goldstone, W.; Quigley, E. Catalyst for the cycloamination of • butenes. U.S. Patent 4 333 219, March 24, 1997. • REFERENCES • Professor Anton Bruckner • Department of Chemistry • University of Iowa • Iowa City, IA 52240 • 319-555-1212 • (abruckner@iowa.edu) • Professor J. P. Morgan • Department of Chemistry • Central College • Pella, IA 50219 • 515-555-1212 • Dr. J. R. Peach • Research Laboratory • Exxon Corporation • Houston, TX 77017 • 281-555-1212

  5. Identifying Information ANN R. JOHNSON Present Address Permanent Address 2138 Lakeview Avenue R.R. 1, Box 64 Columbus, Ohio 43202 Sioux City, Iowa 51107 (614) 292-3960 (712) 276-1767 johnson@aol.com ANN R. JOHNSON Home Laboratory or Office 2138 Lakeview Avenue 377 North High Street Columbus, Ohio 43202 Columbus, Ohio 43211 (614) 292-3960 (614) 276-3776 ANN R. JOHNSON 2138 Lakeview Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43202 (614) 292-3960 johnson@aol.com

  6. Employment Objective To obtain……a position involving pharmaceutical research and analysis for a major organization. To acquire….a position as a Chemical Analyst in the health care industry. To utilize……teaching skills acquired as a College Teaching Assistant to train lab chemists. To design……computer graphics software for training applications. A position……….in cutting-edge research which involves contribution to the development of new products and will allow for movement into upper-level management.

  7. Education EDUCATIONTHE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY, Columbus, OH PhD, Inorganic Chemistry - December 2003 “Synthesis of Carbon-Lithium Crystals and Catalytic Applications” Advisor: Dr. Rajan Babu UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK, Stony Brook, NY Master of Science, Chemistry - 2001 “Synthesis of Peptides . . . “ UNIVERSITY OF CALCUTTA, West Bengal, India Bachelor of Science, Chemistry - June 1999 Major GPA: 3.8/4.0

  8. Work Experience Listings Teaching Assistant, September 1999-present Chemistry Department, The Ohio State University or TEACHING ASSISTANT, Chemistry Department The Ohio State University, September 1999-present OSU Biomedical Communications, Columbus, Ohio Student Instructional Assistant, 9/99-present or INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT, 9/99-present OSU Biomedical Communications, Columbus, Ohio

  9. Action verbs by Data/People/Things

  10. Action verbs by Data/People/Things • Verbs make your document active & assertive -- rather than passive & predictable • generates interest by employers • Use appropriate tense • present tense for present employment • past tense for past employment

  11. Work Experience Incorrect: EMPLOYMENT The Ohio State University, October 1997 to June 1999 Statistical Data Processor Had responsibility for the permanent soils data files, computing errors, and the magnetic tape library Correct: EMPLOYMENT STATISTICAL DATA PROCESSOR, October 1997-June 1999 - supervised and trained nine full-time and part-time clerks - maintained and edited permanent soils data files for the U.S. Department of Agriculture - diagnosed and corrected computing errors daily - developed a magnetic tape library for the department faculty, staff, and students - sharpened interpersonal communication skills through interactions with staff, faculty, and students

  12. Work Experience Suggested Headings: • EXPERIENCE • RELATED EXPERIENCE • RELEVANT EXPERIENCE • CAREER RELATED EXPERIENCE • OTHER EXPERIENCE • OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE • ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE • EMPLOYMENT • EMPLOYMENT HISTORY • CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  13. Extracurricular ACTIVITIES Cricket Club, President, 1999-present Archery Club, Equipment Manager, 1999-2000 Ski Club, 1999-present OSU Toasmasters International, 1999 Sphinx (Senior Class Honor Society), 1999

  14. REFERENCES for Tom J. Crawford Emilio Casetti, Professor Department of Geography 103 Bricker Hall The Ohio State University Columbus, OH 43210 (614) 422-2514 Barbara Hoffman, Academic Counselor Colleges of the Arts and Sciences Denney Hall The Ohio State University Columbus, OH 43210 (614) 422-6961 John Stockton, Manager E-Z Hardware 114 Douglas Avenue Zanesville, Ohio 45086 (614) 889-0017

  15. Optional Elements Special Skills & Training Professional Memberships Presentations Publications Military History Honors & Awards Travel Interests

  16. Optional Elements, con’t Skills Summary • Certified…. • Over 1000 hours of clinical experience • Familiar with all Microsoft software including Access, Excel, PowerPoint… • Fluent in Spanish, reading ability in French • Red Cross Certified in CPR, water safety instructor Qualifications Summary • Masters degree in… • Over five years’ experience working with… • Excellent presentation skills including day long seminars and workshops • Familiar with html and web development software including FrontPage, Dreamweaver, and Photoshop • Knowledge of American Sign Language

  17. Add’l. Suggestions • Do not include Personal Information • Personal appearance or age • Health or marital status • Demographic information • Do not mention salary (only in cover letter if requested) • Proofread • Spelling/Verb tense • Redundancy • Seek others’ opinions • Watch for Aesthetic Quality • Balance • Consistency • Too busy • Font type • Paper type & Laser or letter-quality printing • Professional services • Remember this is Part of a Process • Create a packet • Maintain records

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