Your PhD...what next? : Example CVs

Science academic post

Postdoctoral research associate, Department of the Environment, University of Argyll

Applications are invited for an EPSRC-funded postdoctoral research associate position to study metabolic transformation of xenoestrogens in agricultural crops. The project will use a range of analytical techniques for identifying the xenoestrogens and their metabolites.

You will be based in the laboratory of Emily Fordham in the Department of the Environment and should have a PhD in an appropriate area (chemistry, environmental science or biochemistry) and experience of trace organic analytical techniques. Experience of the HPLC analysis of C14-labelled compounds would be an advantage.

Science PhD graduate applying for an academic post

Science commercial position

In vitro scientist, Neurosciences
 
Our client, a large multinational drug development company, currently has a vacancy for an in vitro scientist, based at its Medway drug discovery facility. With either management experience or excellent management potential, you will be responsible for the supervision of a team of in vitro scientists working on in vitro assays for the understanding of metabolism and disposition of potential drug candidates. You should have a PhD or equivalent in the field of in vitro drug metabolism and enzymology.

Science PhD graduate applying for a commercial position

Arts and humanities academic post

Research officer, School of Social Sciences, University of Solihull

The School of Social Sciences has a vacancy for a research officer to join our prestigious research department, working on a project to investigate the attitudes of young people towards religion. With a PhD or substantial research experience, and working under the supervision of the principal investigator, you will plan fieldwork, design and administer questionnaires, and liaise with teachers and youth group leaders.

This post is available for two years, although may be extended subject to further funding and successful completion of the initial research.

Arts and humanities PhD graduate applying for an academic post

Arts and humanities non-academic post

Music administration manager, North West Regional Theatre

The music department is responsible for the provision of music and musicians in all productions in the three theatres, as well as the front-of-house foyers, theatre square events and beyond. This role will act as deputy to the Head of Music in the delivery of the North West Theatre’s music programme for the theatre repertoire and on tour.

With substantial technical, historical and contemporary knowledge of music you will have excellent organisational and people skills ranging from programming and scheduling to financial management and payroll. You will also be required to maintain and share knowledge of the professional music sector, contributing actively to the learning and work of the department.

Arts and humanities PhD graduate applying for a job as music administration manager