hi, i have applied for many jobs and only received few contact back for an interview(3). i am wondering is it because of my resume. would you please critique it? Thank you. ----------------------- ○ Career Objective *To seek a challenging career as a Microbiologist,Biologist, or Research Associate, where I would utilize my skills and knowledge for the growth of the organization and myself with win-win attitude. ○ Education *University of Maryland at College Park, Maryland 2004 - 2008 Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Microbiology Cumulative GPA: 3.14 on 4.0 scale *Received the 2006 Academic Excellence Certificate of Recognition Award. *Attained 2004-2005 Dean’s List. ○ Laboratory Experience *Characterized, isolated, and manipulated molecular components of cells and organisms using molecular methods. *Performed PCR and gel electrophoresis for separation of DNA through micro pipetting of DNA samples. *Sterilized laboratory environments with aseptic techniques. *Operated biological laboratory equipment to ensure quality control/assurance. *Isolated and identified varieties of bacteria with different media and solution testing. *Determined protein functions using different molecular approaches. *Educated in biosafety in the laboratory. *Hypothesized and gathered data for scientific reporting writing for decision making. ○ Skills *Great communication skills necessary to follow verbal and written instructions. *Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills. *Proven ability to learn and work quickly on the job. *Strong knowledge of Windows, Word and Powerpoint based operating systems, software applications. ○ Work Experience *Pharmacy Technician 2006 – Present Rite Aid Pharmacy in Rockville, Maryland *Assists pharmacist in provision of pharmaceutical care by reviewing and collecting data used by pharmacists in pharmaceutical care. *Collecting and entering data into the pharmacy information system as directed. *Answering telephone calls and greeting staff and responding appropriately if qualified or authorized to do so. *Train new technicians. ○ Organizations *Vice president of the Pre-pharmacy Society 2007 - 2008 *Member of the American Society for Microbiology 2007 - 2008 *Community Service Co-Chair of the Pre-pharmacy Society 2005 - 2007 ○ References *Available upon request
I don't think webmasters are the best people to ask about a field like this.. I do admire your resume, I want to study microbiology too
Very nice... my only comment would be try and avoid the bull and keep it succinct. For example: "Competent with all aspects of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)" - everyone calls it that because it sounds better. "Experience of bacterial screening". "Experience user of PCR and PAGE". Like what? CD, NMR, IR, chemical techniques, molecular modelling? You get the idea.
If you have to ask, you're probably not worth hiring. My brother is crazy into the biochemistry and gets raises every few months. -Raymond
Try adding info out of bullet point format. That kind of thing is fine for listing work experience and education, But I usually try to include a couple paragraphs of content with a statement of intent, why I want to work where I'm applying, why I'd be good for the job I'm trying to get and how my previous work and education experience pertains to the job I'm applying for.