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Academic Resume Template
Scholar Academic
Scholar Academic ATS Resume Template — Free
Scholar Academic presents a centered serif header and burgundy rules — formal single-column layout for academics, researchers and postdocs.
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What is the Scholar Academic template?
Scholar Academic is a academic resume template with a single column with ruled section breaks layout, built for Professors, Researchers, Postdocs, Academics.
Who it suits
It is built for Professors, Researchers, Postdocs, Academics.
How it works
It turns your details into a formatted document and exports it. Open the template, replace the sample text, download the file.
What makes this layout different
| Layout | Single column with ruled section breaks |
|---|---|
| Palette | #1c1917 with #881337 accents |
| Section headings | Experience, Education, Skills |
| Exports | PDF, Microsoft Word (.docx) and plain text (.txt), watermark-free |
| Best suited to | Professors, Researchers, Postdocs, Academics |
What you need
The facts of your own history, and one result per role. No account, no card, no upload.
What This Template Decides For You
Six decisions are already made in this layout, so you are choosing a structure rather than building one from an empty page.
Burgundy serif section rules
Publications formatting
Dignified academic palette
Standard headings, selectable text
Instant PDF export
Perfect For
Designed specifically for these roles and industries
Professors
Researchers
Postdocs
Academics
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about this template
Is the Scholar Academic template really ATS-friendly?
ATS products and employer configurations differ, so this template cannot guarantee parsing or screening results. Check the layout and exported text, use accurate role-specific content, and follow the employer's file instructions. Any compatibility percentage shown on this page is not an independent test by an ATS provider.
Can I download my resume as a PDF for free?
You can export a PDF without a watermark. Review the downloaded file before sending it and follow the employer's requested file format. ATS products and employer settings differ, so no template or export can guarantee parsing in every system.
Is this resume template completely free?
The resume builder and PDF export are currently available without payment or an account. Online AI or analysis tools may depend on service availability; see the Privacy Policy for details about how submitted information is processed.
Do I need to create an account to use this template?
No account is required to use the builder. Drafts are stored in your browser; some online features send submitted information to configured services for processing. See the Privacy Policy for details.
How long does it take to create a resume with this template?
The time depends on how much information you need to enter and revise. You can work through the template at your own pace and return to the same browser to continue.
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