Tag Archive for: women in STEM

Refocusing for net-zero: reflections on low-carbon construction

In August 2023, Equate Scotland, in partnership with BE-ST, offered an immersive and practical experience focusing on low carbon construction techniques. This 3-day experiential learning event was designed to provide an opportunity for women…

The four step transition from academia to industry (with confidence)

By Edyta Rynkowska. I was heading into the unknown, with my life packed into a suitcase and a plane ticket to Scotland in hand. A few days earlier, family friends had unexpectedly extended an invitation to theirs to see if I wanted to try…

Looking beyond ‘Academia vs. Industry’

In discussions around opportunities and career paths in science, we often hear about two options: academia vs. industry. While both can offer great career opportunities, they are not the only options available to people with a science degree.…

Fostering diversity and inclusion in Photonics

This month, we spoke with Kirsty Annand, co-founder of Opening Up Photonics, a platform supporting the Scottish photonics industry to discuss, challenge, and address – as a community – barriers faced by minority groups. The project aims…

CHAMPIONING STEM WOMEN IN THE FORESTRY INDUSTRY

Forestry can often be viewed as a male dominated industry, but things are changing! The number of women joining the forestry sector across Scotland has been growing and we hope to see that growth continue. With the demand for green jobs increasing…

The 5 golden rules of CV building

In this second episode of "The STEM job seeker checklist", we will share with you some tips on how to make your CV stand out from the crowd. Keeping your CV up to date can be a stressful and intimidating task and can feel overwhelming at…

Stand out in STEM – Time to work on brand YOU

by Carlotta Zorzi. I was recently talking with one of my coachees who is a young woman in tech from a minority group who told me that whilst she’s so happy to have the job she has, she also struggles with anxiety because she sticks out ‘like…

What careers are there for STEM students in Pensions and Finance?

Exploring early careers opportunities at Hymans Robertson. When it comes to thinking about careers in pensions and finance, it can be difficult to imagine where those who come from a STEM background can fit – however it may surprise you…

The importance of examining job descriptions

In the first of this series, we will be looking at job descriptions and things you need to look out for when reading them. Because as you will already know preparation is key! Taking the time to read and review the job description before applying…

Health Equity: delivering better solutions for everyone

Canon Medical Research Europe has over 25 years’ experience in medical visualisation and image processing and has developed technology which is embedded into Canon Medical Systems Corporation’s range of modalities and Healthcare IT solutions. …