This type of CV highlights your academic experience and research activity, which are important when applying for an academic post such as a post-doctorate, a research position, or a postgraduate course, such as a PhD.
Employers and Higher Education institutions will understandably want to know a lot more about your academic history and achievements than they would normally. This requires extra space so it is standard to attach appendices.
Even with an Academic CV, employers and universities still want to know about your softer skills such as team work and attention to detail, so remember to mention these too.