Template 19 vs Template 20: The Scholar 2.0 vs The Engineer

The Scholar 2.0

Academic/Research

Education-focused design with white-box education styling. Perfect for academics, researchers, and educators.

The Engineer

Software Engineering

Software engineering optimized template with project-first layout. Designed for developers, programmers, and tech leads.

Best For:

• Professors
• Researchers
• PhD candidates
• Educators
• Academics

Best For:

• Software engineers
• Tech leads
• System architects
• DevOps engineers
• Engineering managers

Can I use The Scholar 2.0 for industry research positions?

Yes! The Scholar 2.0 works well for industry R&D roles, especially in pharma, tech research labs, and scientific organizations where publication records matter.

Does The Engineer template work for non-software engineers?

While optimized for software engineers, The Engineer template can be adapted for other engineering disciplines by modifying the project showcase sections.

Which template is better for interdisciplinary roles?

Consider combining elements from both templates. Our editor allows customization, so you can create a hybrid that showcases both academic achievements and technical projects.

How many publications can I list in The Scholar 2.0?

The Scholar 2.0 supports up to 10 publications in its main section, with the ability to add more in an extended format. It includes citation formatting and publication venues.