Mariola Tarrega
About Mariola Tarrega
Mariola Tarrega is a Senior Science Dissemination Officer at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, where she has worked since 2022. She has a diverse background in research, policy, and communications, with previous roles at Nesta, Holyrood Communications, and the Scottish Government.
Work at Barcelona Supercomputing Center
Mariola Tarrega has been employed at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center since 2022 as a Senior Science Dissemination Officer. In this role, she focuses on promoting scientific knowledge and enhancing the visibility of research initiatives. Her responsibilities include developing strategies for effective science communication and engaging with various stakeholders to disseminate research findings.
Previous Experience in Research and Policy
Prior to her current position, Tarrega worked as a Researcher at Nesta for seven months in 2018-2019, where she contributed to research projects in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. She also served as a Policy Events Producer at Holyrood Communications for eight months in 2019, and as a Policy Researcher at Marie Curie UK for seven months in 2018, focusing on end-of-life care insights.
Education and Expertise
Mariola Tarrega holds a Master's degree in Digital Journalism from Universitat Jaume I, obtained in 2011. She completed her Bachelor's degree in Journalism at the University of Valencia in 2010. Additionally, she earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Public Relations from Queen Margaret University in 2017. Tarrega has also pursued a Professional Diploma in UX Design from the UX Design Institute.
Teaching Experience
Tarrega has extensive teaching experience in higher education. She worked as a Teaching Fellow at the University of Stirling from 2017 to 2021 and as a Teaching Assistant at Queen Margaret University from 2012 to 2017. In these roles, she contributed to the academic development of students and facilitated learning in various subjects related to journalism and public relations.
Skills in Social Media and Marketing
Mariola Tarrega has developed expertise in managing both organic and paid social media campaigns. She has designed social media and marketing templates for various campaigns and created email marketing campaigns as part of her professional roles. Her experience includes developing strategic relationships with policymakers through policy briefing events.