Careers – Page 4 – The Scapegoat

Diversity, Representation & Equality: Carrying the Torch of the Rio Olympics into the World of STEM

August 31, 2016 No Comments

Diversity, Representation & Equality: Carrying the Torch of the Rio Olympics into the World of STEM

by Anisha Balakrishnan

With more than 10 000 athletes from over 206 countries participating this year, the Olympics has always been a well-anticipated event known for its intense competition and rivalry between world class athletes, all relentlessly dedicated to winning a gold medal for their country. The recent games in Rio, however, reflected a more inclusive, accepting and gentler approach, converging on the harmony, peace and dignity that these Games also represent.

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Bioinformatics with Professor Ross Coppel

August 12, 2016 No Comments

By Carl Wang, Science student

As a student interested in the medical sciences I am always torn between medicine and research. Some days I gather the resolve to push the boundaries of human knowledge, whilst other days I endeavour to ease the burden of suffering one patient at a time.

In my conflict, I decided to talk to someone who has been through both. Enter Professor Ross Coppel, a man who, starting with an MBBS, has branched out into fields such as microbiology, bioinformatics, and molecular biology. He is currently the Deputy Dean and Director of Research in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences.

Ross’s qualifications and accolades are as varied and plentiful as the man’s interests in the fields that make up biomedical research, and an expanded biography may be found at http://www.med.monash.edu.au/microbiology/staff/coppel.html

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Research?

August 5, 2016 No Comments

By Jesse Givens-Lamb

RESEARCH?

Not a word that I would ever anticipated myself ever really getting involved with.

Well, to be honest I used to be interested in medical research but then realised I wasn’t as passionate about the medical field as I thought I was … and after only a brief period of time I understood (to some degree) what “actual” research meant.

Research was not for me.

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Recruitathon – Get Your Employability Into Shape!

August 4, 2016 No Comments

Don’t know where or how to start applying for jobs? Are you looking for feedback on your resumes, cover letters and experience in attending a job interview? Apply for the Recruitathon program that Career Connect is hosting!

The winner of this competition will participate in an exclusive simulated assessment centre program delivered by industry professionals, which includes a psychometric test, online applications, team activities and detailed personal feedback .

Runner-ups may be invited to attend skill development workshops also run by the industry experts during the mid-semester break. Topics will include: ‘Building rapport and personal pitch’ and ‘Building resilience and receiving feedback’.

Please visit the Monash Careers site for more information on the application requirements.

Applications close by 5pm, Friday 26 August!

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Coffee, Career, Chat

June 21, 2016 No Comments

“Procaffinating: the tendency to not start anything until you’ve have your first coffee”

Are you putting off career decisions? Do you need a coffee to help you decide?

Why not join our career consultant for a coffee and a chat?

• Find out about career options for your degree
• Understand how to build a professional profile
• Explore Science-related occupations
• Share your career concerns and questions
• Build a support group

First Tuesday of the month starting 2nd August, 10-11am @ Cinque Lire café

Register via Career Gateway

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Interested In a Career in Science? Read On For All About Life In Research…

May 12, 2016 No Comments

An Interview With Professor Kate Denton

Written by Carla Edgley

Pictured above: Dr Kate Denton in her Lab.

So far, in my very short time as a Science Ambassador I’ve noticed a question that always pops up when speaking to future students; not many know the many career possibilities a Science degree can lead to. Realising this I decided to speak to someone who has had a prominent career in Science and could give future students an idea about a career in research, just one of the possibilities a Bachelor of Science at Monash can lead to.

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Career Goat: Employability Skills

May 4, 2016 No Comments

Hi All,

Many of you are probably snowed under with managing competing deadlines for assignments.

So I will keep this article brief so that you are not too distracted.

In this week’s edition of ‘Career Goat’ I would like to talk about ‘Employability Skills’.

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Career Goat: Cover letters and Resumes

April 15, 2016 No Comments

Hi All,

The semester break probably seems like a distant memory as you become more entrenched in your studies.

In this week’s edition of ‘Career Goat’ I would like to talk about ‘Cover Letters and Resumes’.

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Leap into Leadership Online to boost your employability today

April 14, 2016 No Comments

Monash has created a new way for you to develop your employability skills online. It’s called Leap into Leadership Online (LiLO), and it’s made up of a suite of free online modules you can complete any time.

Hundreds of students have already completed the modules and given them great feedback – so make 2016 the year you become a leader.

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Career Goat: Leadership

March 30, 2016 No Comments

Hi All,

Well I hope things are going well and you had time to attend the range of events as part of ‘Career Festival’ held at Monash.

Are you are busy preparing applications for ‘Graduate Programs’? Don’t forget you can book an appointment with me or one of the consultants in Career Connect for advice and feedback. Book your appointment here.

In this week’s edition of ‘Career Goat’ I would like to talk about ‘Leadership’.