Careers Corner: How do you become an Astrophysicist?

Written by Alumni & Friends

What does it take to become a Radio Astrophysicist? 🔭🌌

Curtin University Astronomy PhD student Angie Waszewski sat down with Curtin Astronomy & Astrophysics graduate and Associate Lecturer Dr Kat Ross to learn more about what it takes to become a Radio Astronomer.

Kat is passionate about studying the mysteries of baby black holes, supermassive blackholes and twinkling galaxies. In 2022, she was named joint ExxonMobil Student Scientist of the Year in the WA Premiers Science Awards for her outstanding work in this realm.

She is also the Founder of IncludeHer, which is a movement seeking to bring a diverse representation of scientists and role models into classrooms to inspire students to become future STEM leaders. 👩‍🔬

Kat shares some of the skills needed for an astrophysics career here. 

Written by Alumni & Friends