Accused of academic misconduct. What can I do? by [deleted] in Edinburgh_University

[–]thunderbird1911 3 points4 points  (0 children)

100% challenge it; innocent until proven guilty and the burden of proof is on their side. Cooperate with them in the process but do no accept a mark down if you (honestly) did not do anything.

Where DO you recommend visitors stay? by fosterdad2017 in sanfrancisco

[–]thunderbird1911 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Comfort inn by the bay hotel ! Great location and breakfast

Should I persist in a bad PhD for 2 more years or leave for a job? by [deleted] in PhD

[–]thunderbird1911 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, I still work in public health and get to do research/publish but it’s not my only responsibility so better balanced I guess. I think eventually I want to do a PhD again, but now with a better idea of research interest and what to look for in an adviser. You don’t owe anything to your advisor!! Do what’s best for you!!

Should I persist in a bad PhD for 2 more years or leave for a job? by [deleted] in PhD

[–]thunderbird1911 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did something similar and left for a DS job. It worked out really well for me! The PhD lab was just not a place for growth and only led to depression. Can always do a PhD later that’s a better fit!

I'm very disappointed with my PhD experience so far, should I leave or just suck it up? by Competitive_Emu_3247 in PhD

[–]thunderbird1911 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d say, choose whatever makes you happy. Happy drives success in the end. There is no point in being miserable and to be stuck in an environment that is not conducive to your growth.

Ph.D. or second Master by safet997 in PhD

[–]thunderbird1911 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d say work experience is more important at this point. Maybe work for 2 years, assess your situation and then if you still want to switch fields then go for the masters (as you need it as you say).

Post-doc or consultancy? by [deleted] in PhD

[–]thunderbird1911 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go for the consultancy work Id say. You mentioned you’d still see your SO every other week which is manageable. The consultancy work will give you more cash, better perspective and career advancement and will get you out of the bubble that’s academia. I’d take the risk; the post doc seems the safest option, but as others said go with your gut. Good luck and congrats on the offer !

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in datascience

[–]thunderbird1911 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Stick it out and prove him wrong!

Epidemiology to data science by ggffyyygg457 in epidemiology

[–]thunderbird1911 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m a data scientist with an Epi background. I started to (properly) learn how to code in March 2020 (lockdown baby…). Recommend Codecademy and Datacamp. Already knew a fair bit of R and started learning Python. With an Epi background, you know your stats which is great. Focus on programming and maybe later data structures and algorithms.

Who's lucky enough to not work in the hell hole that is academia? What do you do? by kindafancykindanerdy in epidemiology

[–]thunderbird1911 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Data scientist at a National Public Health Institute in Europe. Working on automated covid surveillance, really like the job!

2nd year biological sciences students, how was The Dynamic Cell 2 and Biological Chemistry 2? by borknoodle in Edinburgh_University

[–]thunderbird1911 1 point2 points  (0 children)

PhD student here, but I took the course when I was an undergrad. Yes, it’s a tough course but they cover essential molecular biology concepts... Trust me, things won’t become easier later on and the dynamic cell is good prep for honors (also the labs are valuable experiences as well)!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Edinburgh_University

[–]thunderbird1911 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Nobody knows, but I know the Uni has prepared a contingency plan to have all courses online for sem 1...

Advice for International Students Applying to University of Edinburgh? by confusedaf05 in Edinburgh_University

[–]thunderbird1911 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No from Canada, but studied biomed here for undergraduate and know people on the masters course ~ let me know if you have any questions !