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Resume
Writing
For purposes of on-campus
interviews:
•Resume – two pages only
RESUME QUICK
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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
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
[email protected]
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
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Developed a new, highly sensitive technique for the measurement of photochemical reactions on
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heterogeneous surfaces
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Modeled the kinetics of heterogeneous photochemical atmospheric reactions
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Gained experience in all manners of optical investigations of photochemical processes
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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
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Assistant in the laboratory of Professor Ivan P. Oakes
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Studied chlorofluorocarbons reacting with water droplets using spectroscopy
1992–93 Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, Central College, Pella, IA
Adviser: Professor J. P. Morgan
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Studied reactions of ozone both experimentally and theoretically
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Used computer modeling
AFFILIATIONS
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American Chemical Society
Optical Society of America
Ernest Quigley
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PUBLICATIONS
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Bruckner, A.; Kline, B. J.; Quigley, E. The detection of fluorocarbon–water complexes in the
atmosphere. J. Phys. Atmospheric Sci. 1998, 14, 428–431.
Davis, J.; Quigley, E.; Bruckner, A. A critical review of the kinetics of heterogeneous
photochemical atmospheric reactions. Chem. Rev. 1997, 45, 120–145.
Quigley, E.; Bruckner, A. A novel optical technique for the measurement of atmospheric
chlorofluorocarbons. J. Instrum. Anal. 1997, 135, 1214–1218.
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
([email protected])
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
Identifying
Information
ANN R. JOHNSON
Present Address
2138 Lakeview Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43202
(614) 292-3960
[email protected]
Permanent Address
R.R. 1, Box 64
Sioux City, Iowa 51107
(712) 276-1767
ANN R. JOHNSON
Home
2138 Lakeview Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43202
(614) 292-3960
Laboratory or Office
377 North High Street
Columbus, Ohio 43211
(614) 276-3776
ANN R. JOHNSON
2138 Lakeview Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43202
(614) 292-3960
[email protected]
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.
Education
EDUCATION
THE 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
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
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present employment
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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
Work Experience
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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
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
Optional Elements
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& Training
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Honors &
Awards
Travel
Professional
Memberships
Presentations
Military
History
Interests
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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
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