First notebook entry: Introducing myself

I am learning English because it's important for my work - I'm a biologist. I'd like to apply for a job position (PhD, fellowship) abroad, and I've seen that it is generally required a C1 level of English is generally required. At the moment, I'm only on a B2 level, so I'm trying to improve my skills, especially the writing and speaking ones, in which I'm weaker.
My native language is Italian, as I grew up in the north-east of Italy, where I'm still living. In my free time I enjoy reading (I like fantasy books, like The Song of Ice and Fire saga), going out with friends, and having a walk with my dogs.