Astronomers Turned Data Scientists Podcast
Astronomers Turned Data Scientists Podcast
astro2data
11. Tom Kirsh
48 minutes Posted Apr 10, 2025 at 10:34 pm.
Intro
Astronomy Background
Applying to Grad Schools and Data Science Foundations
Search for a Data Science Position
Experience in First Data Scientist Position
Pitching Astronomy Experience in a Data Science Interview
Envisioning Next Career Steps
Second Job Search
Advice for Transitioning to Data Science This Year
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Show notes
Tom Kirsh talks about his astronomy experience during undergrad, learning data science foundations, getting hired as a data scientist, and his next career steps. He also offers advice about how to pitch yourself in interviews and emphasizes the need for data cleaning.
 
Links:
Tom’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomaskirsh/ 
 
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: Tom Kirsh
Thumbnail Design: Joseph A'Hearn
 
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