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I love working with college professors, also lovingly referred to as ‘Academics’ to update their resumes. But one of the common things that I have encountered while working with Academics is their undying desire to have 99 page-long resumes. Tenured professors definitely need to follow a different set of rules when it comes to writing their resumes, but brevity and conciseness are good rules to follow, regardless of if your sweater has elbow patches or not.
As a tenured professor, your resume is an important tool for showcasing your academic achievements and highlighting your professional experience. While there is no one-size-fits-all approach to creating a resume, there are certain pieces of information that are particularly relevant for tenured professors to include. In this blog post, we’ll explore what information you should include on your resume as a tenured professor.
Professional Experience
List your academic and professional work experience, starting with your current or most recent position. Be sure to include the name of the institution or organization, your job title, and the dates of employment. In addition, provide a summary of your job responsibilities and any major accomplishments or contributions you made while in that role.
Research
As a tenured professor, research is likely a significant part of your job. Include a list of your published works, including books, journal articles, and conference papers. If you’ve received any grants or research funding, be sure to include that information as well.
To make your ‘main’ resume shorter, you can list your published works on a separate document or even build yourself a nice portfolio site and put the link on your resume.
Teaching Experience
List your teaching experience, including the name of the course, the level (undergraduate or graduate), and the number of students. You should also include any innovative teaching techniques you have used, as well as any awards or recognition you have received for your teaching.
Service
As a tenured professor, you are likely involved in a variety of service activities, both within your institution and in your professional community. Include a section on your resume highlighting any committee work, administrative responsibilities, or leadership roles you have held. This could include serving on faculty committees, serving as a department chair or program director, or participating in professional organizations.
Skills
Finally, include a section on your resume highlighting any relevant skills or certifications you have. This could include specialized software or programming languages, certifications in research methodologies, or any other skills that are relevant to your field.
Contact Information
Your resume should include your name, address, phone number, and email address. Make sure that your email address is professional and easy to remember. You should also consider including links to your LinkedIn profile and any professional websites you maintain.
Education
List your academic degrees, starting with the most recent, including the name of the institution, the degree earned, the field of study, and the date of graduation. If you received any honors or awards during your academic career, include them as well.
Your resume as a tenured professor should highlight your academic achievements and professional experience, but remain concise. Be sure to include information on your education, professional experience, research, teaching, service, and skills.
Focus on including achievements (bonus points and extra credit if the achievements are quantifiable) throughout the document. By presenting a clear and comprehensive overview of your career, you can help potential employers or colleagues understand the breadth and depth of your expertise.
