Free Webinar: Careers in Science Communications Panel Discussion
Diane Frendak American Astronomical Society (AAS)
There are many career opportunities for those interested in combining their love of science with articulating those ideas to members of the public. Learn about the different science communications career paths you can take, whether it is science journalism, private client science writing, or science public and media relations. Learn how to market yourself to prospective employers, what skills to hone now, and how to set yourself up for success in science communications. This panel discussion is especially pertinent for those interested in expanding their career horizons or changing fields (for example, astronomers interested in transitioning into science communications). We will take your questions!
Panelists:
Stephanie JH Deppe, ComSciConversation Editor-in-Chief and Freelance Science Communicator
Lisa Grossman, Astronomy Reporter, Science News
Susanna Kohler, Editor, AAS Nova
When:
2:00 pm ET, Wednesday, 18 November
This webinar is free to AAS members, but space is limited and registration is required.
Please note: this panel will focus on science communications careers primarily in writing. Stay tuned for future discussions which will address careers in outreach and other science communications outputs.
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Alaina G. Levine is an award-winning entrepreneur, STEM career consultant, science journalist, professional speaker, and corporate comedian. Her book, Networking for Nerds (Wiley, 2015), beat out Einstein (really!) for the honor of being named one of the Top 5 Books of 2015 by Physics Today. As President of Quantum Success Solutions, she is a prolific speaker and writer on career development and professional advancement for scientists and engineers. She has delivered over 700 speeches for clients in the US, EU, Mexico, Canada, Africa, and Asia, and has written over 400 articles in publications such as Nature, Science, Scientific American, National Geographic News Watch, and Smithsonian. She has served as a career columnist for Physics Today and currently writes “Your Unicorn Career”, a career column for Science/ScienceCareers. Levine authored two online courses for Oxford University Press on career development and entrepreneurship, and is a consultant, speaker, and writer for the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings. She holds bachelor’s degrees in mathematics and anthropology with a certificate in Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Arizona. She is a regular speaker for the AAS.