Listing manuscripts in preparation on CV for graduate applications

[tiy123]

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I am applying to PhD programs in Clinical Psych and was wondering whether or not it would be appropriate to list manuscripts in preparation on my CV when I apply. I am also considering mentioning that I am 'writing the results up for publication' when I describe my research experiences instead of listing the papers under their own header. Curious to hear everyone's thoughts!

 

[Kadhir]

All of the above is fine.

 

[MCParent]

That’s normal to do for applications to grad school.

 

[Australianrugbyplayer]

I am applying to PhD programs in Clinical Psych and was wondering whether or not it would be appropriate to list manuscripts in preparation on my CV when I apply. I am also considering mentioning that I am 'writing the results up for publication' when I describe my research experiences instead of listing the papers under their own header. Curious to hear everyone's thoughts![/Q

I am applying to PhD programs in Clinical Psych and was wondering whether or not it would be appropriate to list manuscripts in preparation on my CV when I apply. I am also considering mentioning that I am 'writing the results up for publication' when I describe my research experiences instead of listing the papers under their own header. Curious to hear everyone's thoughts!

 

[Australianrugbyplayer]

I am applying to PhD programs in Clinical Psych and was wondering whether or not it would be appropriate to list manuscripts in preparation on my CV when I apply. I am also considering mentioning that I am 'writing the results up for publication' when I describe my research experiences instead of listing the papers under their own header. Curious to hear everyone's thoughts!

If they are strong and will be accepted--you can tell that based on Journal selected or coauthors track history--yes. If it is not clear, leave it out. I have seen so much BS as to tell.
People reading that zero in as to what type of journal, with whom etc. They live in that world so are sensitive to the BS.

 

[MCParent]

If they are strong and will be accepted--you can tell that based on Journal selected or coauthors track history--yes. If it is not clear, leave it out. I have seen so much BS as to tell.
People reading that zero in as to what type of journal, with whom etc. They live in that world so are sensitive to the BS.

Why would you be able to tell if a paper will be accepted based on who wrote it?
You also should NOT list the journal it’s sent to. If you’re applying in the same area as the work is in, that could disrupt blind review. It’s also presumptuous. Also the journal it is submitted to at the time isn’t relevant—if it was, send it to JAMA the night before grad school apps are due.
This would be padding in a job cv but it’s not for grad school apps. Papers can take so long that a student could have been in a lab for two years and their first project isn’t in press yet.

 

[Pragma]

Why would you be able to tell if a paper will be accepted based on who wrote it?
You also should NOT list the journal it’s sent to. If you’re applying in the same area as the work is in, that could disrupt blind review. It’s also presumptuous. Also the journal it is submitted to at the time isn’t relevant—if it was, send it to JAMA the night before grad school apps are due.
This would be padding in a job cv but it’s not for grad school apps. Papers can take so long that a student could have been in a lab for two years and their first project isn’t in press yet.

Agree with all of this. Never list the journal until it is actually accepted.

 

[Justanothergrad]

Knowing that an undergrad was involved substantially enough in the lab to warrant inclusion on the manuscript is a big plus. Definitely include them.

Why would you be able to tell if a paper will be accepted based on who wrote it?
You also should NOT list the journal it’s sent to. If you’re applying in the same area as the work is in, that could disrupt blind review. It’s also presumptuous. Also the journal it is submitted to at the time isn’t relevant—if it was, send it to JAMA the night before grad school apps are due.
This would be padding in a job cv but it’s not for grad school apps. Papers can take so long that a student could have been in a lab for two years and their first project isn’t in press yet.

Big +1 to every bit of this.
Journal submitted to doesn't indicate journal published in.
File drawer effects happen.
Blind review is important.