Session 5: Career paths after a PhD in astronomy

A PhD in astronomy provides excellent training for careers beyond astronomy and beyond science. In this session, our speakers will discuss their own career path, talk about the benefi ts of a PhD in astronomy, and discuss how the training could be improved for future students. Chair Dr Tara Murphy University of Sydney Mentor Professor Bob Frater AO FAA FTSE ResMed Presentations From astronomy to archaeology, art history and art conservation - Dr Haida Liang Radio galaxies meet cancer therapy: from Earth rotation aperture synthesis to patient rotation computed tomography - Dr Ilana Feain When your hobby and your career change places - Dr Paul Brooks