Naomi Pfitzner

Naomi Pfitzner

Graduate Research Topic

Title: Engaging fathers: Learning from Baby Makes 3' examined new fathers' engagement with respectful relationships programs delivered in health settings.
Years: 2013 - 2016
Supervisors: Prof Cathy Humphreys and Prof Kelsey Hegarty

What has happened in your career since you completed your GR?

I've continued to conduct research on gender-based violence with a key focus on prevention and crises responses. I'm now the Deputy Director of the Monash Gender and Family Violence Prevention Centre and a Senior Lecturer in Criminology at Monash University.

What was the best thing about your GR?

The friendships with other PhD students.

What is one piece of advice you would give to current GR students?

If you are keen for an academic career post-PhD then try to get teaching and research work experience during your studies to increase your competitiveness for an ongoing academic role.