Difference between Resume & CV

 CVs are used by individuals seeking fellowships, grants, postdoctoral positions, and teaching/research positions in postsecondary institutions or high-level research positions in industry. Graduate school applications typically request a CV, but in general are looking for a resume that includes any publications and descriptions of research projects.

In many European countries, CV is used to describe all job application documents, including a resume. In the United States and Canada, CV and resume are sometimes used interchangeably. If you are not sure which kind of document to submit, it is best to ask for clarification.

Resume:

Emphasize skills

Used when applying for a position in industry, non-profit, and public sector

Is no longer than 2 pages, with an additional page for publications and/or poster presentations if highly relevant to the job

After 1 year of industry experience, lead with work experience and place education section at the or near the end, depending upon qualifications

CV::

Emphasizes academic accomplishments

used when applying for positions in academia, fellowships and grants

Length depends upon experience and includes a complete list of publications, posters, and presentations. Always begins with education and can include name of advisor and dissertation title or summary .Also used for merit/tenure review and sabbatical leave.