PhD Career Stories EP # 126


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Dear Doctors and Doctors-to-be,

Thank you for your interest and support of PhD Career Stories. We are ready with our latest podcast featuring Katharina Schwaiger, a PhD in Biotechnology from the Technical University of Graz. Currently, she works as a science communicator at the Austrian Center of Industrial Biotechnology (ACIB), a position she took on while still finishing her PhD thesis!

Katharina is a trailblazer in the field, and in this episode, she shares her experiences, challenges, and strategies for balancing a PhD and a career in science communication. Her story is filled with valuable lessons and inspiration for aspiring science communicators.

Here are some key takeaways from the episode:

  • The importance of effective science communication and its impact on the society.
  • Strategies for successfully managing time and priorities while juggling a PhD and a career in science communication.
  • Tips and advice for aspiring science communicators on how to get started and make an impact in the field.

Interested? Watch this insightful episode by clicking on the link below:

Watch the full Episode 126: Katharina Schwaiger on Starting a Career in SciComm While Finishing a PhD

Tune-in to your favourite podcast platform to grasp the entire conversation and recommend it for those who wants to transform their PhD project into a viable product for the future.

What is happening at PhD Career Stories?

  • We are excited to welcome our new team members Shafaque Rahman and Marta Barata, who will actively contribute for the podcast production.

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