Pick a clean, professional layout for an immunologist. Use a reverse-chronological layout if you have steady lab or clinical roles. Use a skills-first or hybrid layout if you have gaps or many academic projects.
Keep length tight. One page suits entry and mid-career roles. Use two pages only if you have many publications, grants, or clinical trials relevant to immunology.
Use simple, ATS-friendly fonts like Calibri, Arial, Georgia, or Garamond. Set body text at 10–12pt and headers at 14–16pt. Keep line spacing at 1.0–1.15 and 8–12pt paragraph spacing to keep white space.
Structure your sections clearly. Use standard headings like Summary, Research Experience, Publications, Skills, Education, and Certifications. List clinical licenses and key techniques near the top for quick scanning.
Avoid heavy graphics, complex columns, and text boxes. They often break parsing tools and slow a hiring manager. Use simple bullet lists and short achievement lines that show impact.
Watch these common mistakes: putting a dense methods paragraph instead of bullets, mixing fonts and sizes, and cramming publications without context. Don't overload the header with personal info. Keep contact details minimal and professional.
Focus on readable layout and clear content. Highlight measurable outcomes like reduced assay time, increased sample throughput, or funded grants. That helps reviewers and systems find your experience fast.