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Biochemist cover letter template
A structured letter with example content specific to this role. Replace the bracketed placeholders and adjust the details to the job you're actually applying for.
How to structure it
Opening
Name the role and, in one line, the strongest reason you're a fit. Skip the throat-clearing.
Middle
One or two paragraphs of real, specific evidence: what you did, and the result. This is where most letters go generic. Yours shouldn't.
Why this employer
One genuine, specific reason you want this job at this company, not any company. Vague enthusiasm reads as a template that wasn't customised.
Close
Thank them, note your resume is attached, and make it easy to reach you.
Re: Application for Biochemist
I am writing to apply for the Biochemist role at [Company Name]. With a strong foundation in protein chemistry and analytical techniques, I am confident I can contribute to your research team.
In my current role, I developed a purification protocol for a recombinant enzyme that cut sample preparation time from three days to one day, allowing the team to run twice as many reactions per week. I also optimised a mass spectrometry method for metabolite analysis, which improved detection of low-abundance compounds and supported a successful grant application.
I am particularly drawn to [Company Name] because of [add one genuine, specific reason: a project, value, or market position you can point to]. I am eager to bring my skills in laboratory analysis and data interpretation to your team.
Thank you for considering my application. I have attached my resume for your review and look forward to discussing how I can contribute to your work.
Getting it right
- Keep it to one page. A hiring manager spends seconds on this before deciding whether to read your resume.
- Address a named person where you can find one, rather than "To Whom It May Concern".
- Don't repeat your resume line for line. Use the letter to add context a bullet point can't: why this role, why now, why here.
- Match the tone of the job ad. A formal listing calls for a formal letter; a casual one gives you room to write more like yourself.
This is a starting point, not a guarantee of interviews. Make it specific to the actual employer before you send it.