Kathrin Runggatscher
Brixen
Summary
Passionate about science communication both in theory and in practice. I strive to communicate and conduct research for the benefit of everyone.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Columnist
Barfuss Magazin
Bolzano
01.2024 - Current
- Science Shorts Column (ongoing)
Science communication and technology transfer officer
Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Vienna
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Strategic planning and execution of science outreach and science communication strategy
- Event Planning and Management
- Development and maintenance of internal and external communication channels, including press releases, media relations, website, and newsletters
- Development of technology transfer and entrepreneurship strategy.
Editor, Research Magazine Rudolphina
University of Vienna
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Writing articles about current research with a focus on STEM
- Coordination of article series with other editors
- Hosting and editing tpodcast - Audimax.
Lecturer
University of Vienna
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Seminar on Science Communication for master students (nominated for the ArsDocendi award)
Senior research Associate
Solgate GmbH
Vienna, Austria
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Participation in the development of a biotech startup as first employee
- Establishment of databases
- Preparation of the PR strategy
Biomedical researcher
Center for Molecular Medicine of the Austrian Academy of Sciences
01.2016 - 10.2020
- Platform Austria for Chemical Biology (PACEBO)
- Collaboration on various research projects and scientific publications.
Education
Master of Arts - Science and Technology Studies
University of Vienna
01.2023
Master of Science - Molecular Microbiology, Microbial Ecology, and Immunology
University of Vienna
12.2016
Skills
- Communication
- Scientific and journalistic writing
- Hands-on mentality
- Adaptability
- Fast learner
- Data analysis and basic Graphic design
- Ability to work in a team
Languages
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Italian
Advanced (C1)
French
Upper intermediate (B2)
Swedish
Beginner (A1)
Extracurricular Activities
- Science podcast: The Science Slot Machine, 2020-2021
- Attendee: European Forum Alpbach, Club Alpbach South Tyrol, 2021
- Chairperson: Südtiroler HochschülerInnenschaft, 2013
References
- Ursula Gerber, Manager Faculty of Life Sciences; ursla.gerber@univie.ac.at, +431427750009
- Ariel Bensimon, CEO Solgate GmbH; ariel.bensimon@solgate.com +436601130368
- Prof. Sarah Davies, University of Vienna; sarah.davies@univie.ac.at
Additional Information
Drivers License B
Timeline
Science Columnist
Barfuss Magazin
01.2024 - Current
Lecturer
University of Vienna
10.2022 - 12.2022
Science communication and technology transfer officer
Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Vienna
10.2021 - 12.2023
Editor, Research Magazine Rudolphina
University of Vienna
01.2021 - 12.2023
Senior research Associate
Solgate GmbH
10.2020 - 10.2021
Biomedical researcher
Center for Molecular Medicine of the Austrian Academy of Sciences
01.2016 - 10.2020
Master of Arts - Science and Technology Studies
University of Vienna
Master of Science - Molecular Microbiology, Microbial Ecology, and Immunology
University of Vienna