CCRG Alumni: Simon Crilly
Simon Crilly
Principal Technical Officer, Queensland Brain Institute
What initially inspired you to join the Critical Care Research Group?
When I saw an opening for students to join CCRG’s ICETLab, I immediately thought about how well this aligned with where I wanted to go. I have always thought that where engineering meets healthcare is such an interesting field to be a part of and ICETLab was the perfect gateway for me to experience this first hand.
How did CCRG help you in your future career paths?
CCRG provides a variety of different paths; be that medical engineering (like me), research and academia, or some blend of options. For me, the variety of interesting projects, experiences, people, and places, that I was able to explore helped me to make a well-informed decision on what path I wanted to take after leaving.
Where did your career lead to following your time at the Critical Care Research Group?
After completing my internship and honours year with CCRG I took up a role at the Queensland Brain Institute as Principal Technical Officer. I feel like this role has directly benefited from my time at the ICETLab.
What advice would you give to someone looking to join CCRG?
The main advice I can give for any student is to take all the opportunities you can. You never know when your involvement in a project, or a connection made might help you down the track.
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