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Francesca Matteucci |  |
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University of Trieste |
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| Trieste, Italy | ||
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Job Title: Professor |
She is an Astronomer: How many years since you got your maximum degree?
Francesca Matteucci: 10 years.
SIAA: Do you feel it was more difficult for you to get a job or a promotion in comparison with male astronomers?
FM: Yes.
SIAA: Are women under-represented in your institution?
FM: Yes.
SIAA: What is your family status?
FM: Married, one child.
SIAA: Have you had any career breaks?
FM: No.
SIAA: How many hours per day do you normally dedicate to work?
FM: 9-10 hours.
SIAA: What recommendation would you make to young women starting their career in astronomy?
FM: To work hard, not be shy and propose themselves for responsability roles.
SIAA: What have been your career highlights so far?
FM: The full professorship and the membership to the Accademia Nazionale dei Lincei in Italy.