Profile
Jon Farrow
Curriculum Vitae
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Education:
McMaster University – 2010-2014 ; University of Edinburgh – 2014-2015
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Qualifications:
Bachelor of Arts & Science, Masters in Science Communication & Public Engagement
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Work History:
National and Provincial parliaments in Canada as a tour guide, McMaster University, the Edinburgh International Science Festival
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Current Job:
CHRISTMAS LECTURES Assistant
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Employer:
Royal Institution
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My work
CHRISTMAS LECTURES Assistant at the Royal Insitution – helped to coordinate all the demonstrations and guests.
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According to the Ri, “the CHRISTMAS LECTURES Assistant assists with preparations for the creation, development and implementation of the CHRISTMAS LECTURES. The role involves working with a very broad range of people including academic researchers, TV production staff, multi-media content developers, science communication professionals and an ‘assortment of kids, animals and unpredictable props’. ”
I focused on astrobiology in undergrad and just spent a year in Edinburgh studying Science Communication and Public Engagement. I’m a big fan of all things space.
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My Typical Day
It’s hard to say. Most days involve thinking up demonstrations, building said demonstrations, and asking people for favours.
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My Interview
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What was your favourite subject at school?
Drama and Science
What did you want to be after you left school?
I didn’t know. Still don’t. Something fun!
Were you ever in trouble at school?
Not really. Goody two-shoes over here.
What is the most fun thing you've done?
Set fire to biscuits soaked in liquid oxygen
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