How to Write a Researcher Profile

Some grants, particularly those for larger sums of money, may also require Researcher Profiles of the senior/key personnel and other significant contributors of the grant application.​

A Researcher Profile may also be called a Biographical Sketch (or “Bio Sketch”). Reviewers utilize the bio sketch to ensure that individuals are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and resources necessary to carry out the proposed research.

Key Elements

Common Mistakes

Tools and Tricks
  • Education
  • Employment and positions
  • Professional experience and extracurricular activities
  • Publications and contributions to the field
  • History of previous research funding
  • Not following formatting instructions
  • Not following content instructions
  • Inclusion of inaccurate information
  • Follow the template and instructions carefully
  • Review each bio sketch
  • Request the investigator’s CV to find any missing information
  • Select publications and products that are most relevant
  • Make sure personal statements define the investigator’s role and experience
  • Use online tools such as SciENcv to maintain and format bio sketches

If you would like more guidance on this topic, you may wish to review NSERC Research Contributions guidelines.

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