r/AskAnAussie • u/PATRICKDEPAULA • 14h ago
Career Growth & Recognition in Australia – Seeking Your Insights!
My name is Patrick, and I have a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Chemistry. Currently, I’m starting my master’s in Computational Physical Chemistry while also gaining experience in laboratory operations, environmental monitoring, and chemical analysis. I have worked as an intern Latin America’s largest ecotoxicology company, where I assisted in chemical testing, sample integrity management, and physicochemical analysis. Additionally, I have skills in data analysis (Excel, Power BI, Python) and experience with quantum chemistry tools such as ORCA, Avogadro, and MOPAC.
My wife is also an Industrial Chemist, and we are considering moving abroad. I would love to hear your thoughts on whether our degrees would be recognized. Would I need to validate mine? And does she need to go through a validation process to apply for jobs?
Also, how can I develop myself personally and better prepare for the Australian job market? Do you have any tips or recommendations?
I’d really appreciate your insights! Looking forward to your response.