Careers in science communications and journalism
Karmela Padavic-Callaghan is a science writer reporting on physics, materials science and quantum technology for New Scientist. Karmela earned a PhD in theoretical condensed matter physics and atomic, molecular, and optical physics from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign and her research has been published in peer reviewed journals including Physical Review Letters and New Journal of Physics.
Career Opportunities in Industry for Physicists and Engineers
Coming from the academic environment of graduate school, it is hard to guess what a career in industry might be like. Though every industry and company may be a little different, I will share both a general perspective on a career in industry, provide some personal anecdotes from my experience, and answer your questions.
The Emerging Quantum Industry
An industry is emerging to develop practical applications of the quantum computing, communication and networking concepts that have emerged during the past 25 years. We will hear of opportunities and challenges in this field from two industry leaders: