Astronomers Turned Data Scientists Podcast

Author: astro2data

A podcast featuring interviews with a variety of former astronomers / current data scientists. Created as part of the Astronomers Turned Data Scientists (ATDS) community (which also has annual meetings at the American Astronomical Societys Winter Meeting).
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8. Eva Noyola
Episode 8
Saturday, 7 December, 2024

Eva Noyola discusses her Astronomy background, her transition to Data Science, her experience as a Data Analyst and in the public sector, and how Astronomy has prepared us to take on challenges. Links: Eva’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eva-noyola-743a06178/ Credits Intro Music: Tonight At Eight by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com (no relation) Outro Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com (no relation) Co-Hosts: Jeffrey Silverman and Joseph A’Hearn Recording: Jeffrey Silverman Editing: Joseph A’Hearn ATDS Podcast Logo: Joseph A’Hearn Thumbnail Headshot Image: Eva Noyola Thumbnail Design: Joseph A'Hearn Timecodes 0:00 - Intro 1:18 - Astronomy Background 5:16 - Transition to Data Science 8:18 - Austin As a Data Science Hub 10:42 - Applying for Jobs and Interviewing 15:39 - Experience As a Data Analyst 18:35 - The Title of Data Analyst vs Data Scientist 22:45 - Favorite Type of Project 25:00 - Being a Data Pioneer in a Company or Organization 29:12 - Benefits of Participating in ATDS Meetings 31:49 - Advice for Job Seekers 38:55 - Pleasant Surprises About Working in Industry 41:18 - Future Aspirations; Working in the Public Sector 47:19 - Final Advice; How Astronomy Trains Us 49:55 - Outro #Astronomy #DataScience #Transitions #Podcast #ATDS #Astro2Data