Carlos Tromben
Country:
Chile
Sector:
Research
Job title:
Researcher
Subject of study:
Maritime History
Year of graduation:
2010
Type/Level of study:
PhD
Current Employer/Organisation Name
Museo Marítimo Nacional
Can you give us an overview of what you have done since you completed your research degree?
Research in Maritime and Naval History.
How did you become interested in the area you work in?
Reading history.
How did you find opportunities in the area you work in and how did the recruitment process work?
I published books on the subject.
What does your current role involve?
Researching and publishing.
What skills are involved in your work and how did your research degree help develop them?
Research capability.
What do you enjoy most about your role?
Reading primary sources.
What has surprised you about your role?
Finding good sources about Chilean history in the UK.
What skills and experiences have been most useful for your career?
Source analysis.
What advice would you give to a current student who wishes to pursue your career?
To have a good thesis advisor.
What are your plans for the future?
Continue my present activity.
