Occupational therapist
Here’s what it’s like to help others lead fuller, more independent lives as you study occupational therapy at Charles Sturt University If you’re finishing school
Karen Taylor-Brown January 19, 2026
Careers in health are more diverse than just being a nurse and doctor! Meet people working in a range of fascinating STEM + health jobs, from vaccine development to designing prosthetics.
Here’s what it’s like to help others lead fuller, more independent lives as you study occupational therapy at Charles Sturt University If you’re finishing school
Dr Glukhova is investigating the molecular behaviour that’s responsible for causing disease, such as cancer.
L’Oreal-UNESCO For Women in Science fellow, Dr Valerie Sung, is using her STEM smarts to improve the lives of children with congenital hearing loss.
From a degree in agricultural science to becoming a celebrated science leader, Amanda has overcome many challenges as a woman in STEM
Tech is everywhere – and nanomaterials scientists like Michael Seo increasingly spend as much time in front of a screen as in the lab.
Louise Samios’ own medical experiences led to her study pathway in biomedical engineering at UTS and an amazing career in medical technology.
Australian National University student Lina Abd Rahim originally wanted to be a doctor, but then she discovered biomedical engineering.
QUT PhD candidate Naomi Paxton believes biofabrication will revolutionise medical practice. Learn more about her research and postgrad study at QUT.
Dr Alice Motion, chemistry lecturer at the University of Sydney, is on a mission to make science something everyone can enjoy.
Australian molecular biologist Elizabeth Blackburn is a Nobel laureate who discovered the secret to the immortality of cells.
Isaac Brain was one half of the duo that took home this year’s BHP Foundation Science and Engineering Award in the Engineering category.
At just 18 years old, Macinley Butson has won the BHP Foundation Science & Engineering Awards twice and been named NSW Young Australian of the Year 2018.
“Research what careers are out there and talk to people.” says Danielle, transport planner. Discover STEM transportation jobs in code and engineering!
