How do you put research and development on a resume?

You can introduce yourself and highlight your research and development experience and skills in the profile summary or objective.

For example, "Talented Research and Development Engineer with seven years of experience in research, teaching, and engineering. Possesses knowledge of both theoretical and industrial electrical engineering fundamentals including such areas as electromagnetic fields, satellites, and navigational systems."

Next, you're going to want to elaborate on the specific experiences working in research and development roles. Like the profile summary, you'll want to convey your experience using real-world examples and achievements.

For example, "Created drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD for complex shapes and tooling."

If you are just starting in your research and development career, take advantage of your education section and highlight some of your qualifications in course classes, group projects, or academic achievements.

Be sure to also include a list of your top hard and soft skills. Hard skills should include technical understanding, computer languages, data analytics, and specific software you're familiar with. Soft skills should include your ability to communicate effectively, work in a team, and creativity.