3. Jillian Augustine: Making the career jump from academia to industry and the intrinsic value of inclusiveness

3. Jillian Augustine: Making the career jump from academia to industry and the intrinsic value of inclusiveness

Author: Manuel Pasieka March 10, 2021 Duration: 45:18
Austrian Artificial Intelligence Podcast
Technology

On the show today, I have the pleasure to talk to Jillian Augustine.

Jillian is currently working as a Data Scientist in the Digital Excellence Team of the international paper and packaging manufacturer Mondi, but has received your Phd in Molecular Biology. On the show we are discussing Jillian experience working in academia and private industry. She is contrasting the mindset prominent on both sides, and what is needed to be successful, as well what industry can learn from academia, and vice versa.

In addition we briefly discuss different ways how domain experts and data scientists work together most efficiently, and how improvements of tooling and software might change this relationship in the future.

We end this episode, talking about diversity and inclusiveness. Jillian shares with us, what it means, and how it feels to be part of an underrepresented group. The importance of role models, and the intrinsic value of inclusiveness.

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Jillian Augustine (LinkedIn) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillianaugustine/

Personal homepage - https://www.jill.codes/

Woman Techmakers Vienna : From Test Tube to Data Lakes by Jillian Augustine - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFFU282Fkn8&t=39s

The MDN Web Docs Accessibility guide - This covers a range of best practices when working with HTML, JavaScript and CSS : https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/Accessibility

Moving into Data Science from Non-CS Academia - Women in Data Science CEE 2021 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcvFKknw508


Hosted by Manuel Pasieka, the Austrian Artificial Intelligence Podcast offers a grounded, local perspective on a global phenomenon. Instead of abstract theorizing, each conversation focuses on the tangible impact and practical applications of AI within Austria's unique ecosystem. You'll hear from a diverse range of guests-researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and creatives-who are actively shaping this landscape, discussing both the remarkable opportunities and the nuanced challenges specific to the region. The discussions delve into how these technologies are being integrated into Austrian industry, academia, and society, moving beyond hype to examine real-world implementation and ethical considerations. This podcast serves as an essential audio forum for anyone in Austria, or with an interest in the European tech scene, looking to understand how artificial intelligence is evolving right here. It’s about the people behind the algorithms and the local stories within a global revolution. For those engaged with the content, questions and suggestions are always welcome at the provided email address.
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