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I am almost done with a BS in physics with focus in nuclear engineering and engineering. My classes have been all the normal BS physics classes as well as nuclear physics with kranes book, two classes with Lamarsh's books on nuclear engineering as well as the blue bible (deuterstadt and...

I would greatly appreciate advice! I have a PhD in Biomedical Science, and it has always been my dream to be a college instructor of some sort. In a year, I have not been able to find any full-time academic job even in unprestigious, non-research institutions. I am willing to do any additional...

I have a bachelor in physics from the EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) but can't to continue for a master for certain reasons. How would you suggest to find a job with this bachelor only? I am interested in getting a job anywhere in a French, English or German speaking country.

What kind of jobs are available in the field of deep learning? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deep_learning

I am a semester away from graduating with my Bachelor's Degree in Physics, and I am not sure which jobs I should apply for. The only two careers I know for sure would be High School Education and Process Operator. But because of my B.S. I tend to be told I am overqualified for the Operator...

Hello Everyone I have recently been working at a construction department for my state ( I live in the USA). I have learned so many things from this job, but I am looking for something more related to electronics, programming, or technical consulting. One of my points mentions creating...

Hi, I am finding it a bit difficult to find a job where pure maths is actually done and looking for some ideas or examples from people who have done this please. I am in my last semester of a Graduate Diploma of Science (Applied Data Science) and am considering what to study for my Masters/pHD...

I want to obtain a mechanical engineering degree and work in a respective field in USA. But I will be looking for ME jobs as a naturalized US citizen (I am from Europe, but will soon become US citizen). I heard that it would be harder for me to find a job as any kind of engineer because I...

Hello, I am a 19 year old female who just graduated from a community college with an Associate in Science degree. I chose to major in physics and am planning on continuing my degree this Fall at a University. My issue is that I want to go into the Astrophysics field, but I am greatly worried...

Hello everyone! Months ago I went on this site and encountered several kids like me having trouble finding good jobs with a B.A. in physics. I just got my physics B.A. and am now working as an industrial mechanic for General Dynamics, a defense contractor. I know there's been a lot of talk on...

Here's an interesting blog perspective on the state of Math PhD in today's workforce: https://ldtopology.wordpress.com/2017/03/18/a-new-mathematicians-apology/

Hi, I'm a high school student in a STEM program, and as of now my primary interests have been in Computer Science, Math, and Robotics. Currently, as I research colleges, my intent is to double major in either Math and Computer Science, or in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering. However...

I hope my question doesn't sound bitter, it's not meant to be, I'm just a grad student wanting to get some opinions on how things are. I'm especially interested in hearing from people outside academia as well, since I assume people *within* academia might have an unrealistic view of what the...

Homework Statement Find 3 careers that are in some way related to the interference of light. Give a brief description of each career. Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution My examples are X-ray Technician, Photonics Engineering and Optical Physics. My question is, is optical...

Hello All, I'ma recently graduated physicist engineer (or physical engineer, I'm not sure how to say it in English) from Colombia, right now I'm looking for a job in order to save some money for my master degree and I would like to know the experiences of more experimented physicist engineers...

I am a high school senior debating between these two majors. In high school, I enjoyed both Mechanics and E&M very much so its really tough for me to decide which of the two engineering fields I'll like more. Whichever field I pick, I am also planning to minor or double in Physics and Computer...

What are some good telecommuting jobs that a physics major could do? Most of the legitimate jobs I've seen are software development/software support and they generally require at least 5 years of experience. I guess they don't want to take a chance with a noobie who has never had a physical...

Hello I'm a student in university, my major is nuclear engineering, energy and nuclear electric. But in my country, nuclear electric company isn't build. I'm afraid that no jobs when I graduate. Besides working in company, what is the jobs for nuclear engineer? Thank you

Hello, I am very interested in majoring in nuclear engineering. I not sure which jobs stand out to me but I've been attracted to most of the job descriptions I've looked at. The only things is from what I gather the hours are not good. Are there generally some jobs in the field with solid hours...

Hello everyone, As I've said in my introduction I'm planning on going back to school but I want to do this right for once. I am shooting for a BA in mechanical engineering (Most likely part time cause of this strange thing I need to do also called paying bills) But I don't want to do just any...

Hello, How easy is it to get a job outside the country in which you currently reside? I mean, so far I got responses only from the city where I live regarding my job applications, although I've applied to job positions all over the country. I even haven't gotten any response from any other...

In an attempt to try and decide my future career in computers I have come across the topic of machines taking our jobs. What will happen when society reaches the point at which a machine can do even highly skilled jobs that require years of college education and creativity? The typical...

I am really interested in physics, and have a knack for it (am currently in my second year of physics at college, so I think I can honestly match myself up with other physics majors), but am not a savant or anything. I would love to push through and finish the degree, but the degree doesn't seem...

I am in my last year as an undergrad and will be graduating in the spring with a BS in Physics. I personally have terrible grades this including overall GPA and major specific GPA (currently around a 2.2 for both). At this point, bringing my GPA up is nearly impossible without some post...

I am a current junior physics major, I have done an REU and work closely with a couple professors who think highly of me. My GPA and classes are pretty average. I am debating on either sticking with Physics and graduating with a BS or switching to engineering. What would be best for job outlook...

I’m currently a third year physics major who has realized that grad school probably isn’t the right path, as I’ve become anxious to finish school and start doing something more productive. I want to know what I should be doing now in order to be a good candidate for software engineering jobs...

http://www.foet.org/books/end-work.html Jeremy Rifkin's book is still being discussed 20 years after it was it was first published. The book has had its critics but there's no denying the nature of employment is changing and new marketable skills will be required of the future work force. I...

An Applied physics BS in Italy (a lot of C programming, analog and digital electronics with arduino and assembly and digital design) plus as many CS exams as i can (i'm thinking about OOP in Java 8, algorithms analisys and design, database theory and SQL and Multicore programming in Java and...

I have a Masters in pure mathematics and wanted to do my PhD in the areas of category theory, homotopy theory, and related fields, but I was not accepted into any programs despite not trying to attempt at all for the "brand name" schools and aiming for what I believed were the less competitive...

Hello everyone! This is my first post here on Physics Forums. I'm hoping that you guys will be able to assist me with a dilemma I'm facing. I'm thinking of changing my major from high school science education to physics so I can become a college professor. The way my education program is going...

Hey guys (and ladies), I am a junior year EEE student at CSU Sacramento and am hoping to get a job in audio amplifier design as a career after graduating. I have always loved music and electronics and working in this field would honestly be like a dream come true. As far as my experience in...

From what I understand, there are some industries in Mechanical Engineering that are typically boom/bust (like oil and gas and aerospace). I wonder which ones are the most stable? I think HVAC is a possibility, but I don't know if it's the kind of thing that I would like to work on for my entire...

In my experience, it seems that going to a better (ie more rigorous) school is not worth it in the long run. I went to a state public university (I live in the US) than is well known for its science and engineering programs. I earned my BS in Physics, but I was no longer interested in...

Most of the engineers I know are currently working in positions that are not strictly related to their majors (things like supply chain management, sales...). Looks like there are more job opportunities in those areas. That doesn't really appeal to me, since I like to deal more with simulations...

I would like to hear the Mechanical Engineers on the forum, and discover some careers hat a MechE could follow. I would like to know what is your job like (on what field do you work: fluids, structures, thermo, controls..., which kind of company, is your job more technical or management, if it's...

Hi everyone, I am new in here and also wondering on my career path. I graduated with associate in Network Administration/Analyst 2015 and realized I needed something highly technical with lot challenges, after my research I decided to enroll in the Nuclear Power Plant field hopping to become a...

Hello, I am interested in information regarding jobs that involve exposure to physics, "interesting math", and/or that involve making things that don't require a math/physics/engineering degree. me: I did dual enrollment in high school, plus one year of college in which I mostly took...

I have completed BSc(Engg) and I have good research skills i photonic crystal fiber. Is there any online jobs which i can perform from my home?

I am looking to post a couple of job openings (in engineering) that would be well suited for people with doctoral degrees in theoretical/computational physics. Which websites (or professional societies) are most likely to get the most hits? It is ok if these sites charge for posting job openings.

Greetings fellow geniuses. As you may be aware from the title this thread is in regards to a career in Med. Physics. So I have lived in Canada for a decade and then moved down under. Now I have intentions of moving back to the cold weather :P. Anyhow I have an interest in a career in Med...

Hey Everybody, A while back I made a thread about being a BS Physics graduate trying to go back to school. After changing universities, I finally graduated this May with my MS in Engineering (Electrical). While searching for jobs, I noticed there is a dilemma regarding specific jobs. I don't...

Here is my situation: I have an interview on Monday for a maintenance technician apprenticeship, which I am interested in since I prefer practical work, certainly more than being on a computer. Most of my relatives have jobs where they are at a desk all day and I know that I wouldn't like that...

Hi there My question in short is: "What would be the best field to move into if I'm looking for non-desk physics/engineering jobs" Let me elaborate a bit on this. I have a BA degree in fine art, some projects can be seen here http://frimannkjerulf.tumblr.com/ I also have BS degree in physics...

I'm a undergraduate physics major in my junior year. I want to work in some physics-related job after I graduate, although I haven't decided exactly what yet. My main problem is that there's no one subject (Mechanics, Electrostatics, Quantum etc..) that I'm really interested in and want to do...

If a job listing asks for a degree in computer science, can someone with a computer engineering degree apply for that job? assuming the computer engineer meets all other qualifications

I can only think of a handful of places that employ full time Physics researchers with job security that do NOT have to teach anyone (such as the Perimeter Institute). It seems the rest of the research jobs are found at universities where a lot of teaching is required in addition to producing...

Hey everyone! I know this question has been asked a hundred times before, but my position is slightly different: I have a PSM (Professional Science Masters) in Nanoscience, as of Dec 2015, along with a Physics BS and am looking for starting jobs. Does anyone have any recommendations? I find...

Hello, So i wanted to ask , am i to die of hunger if i graduate with a physics degree ? Because asides from the USA i don't think there's that much work for physicists . Also , what are the jobs differences between an undergraduate , a master's holder and a phd holder in physics ? Thanks

Hello everyone, m a medico.. i was wondering how's the bioinformatics MS program at Northeastern[Boston].. Does their co-op program guarantee a job? how are the salaries initially? would be a great help if someone shares any info.

Before I start this I just want to say that I don't want to offend anyone. I am a freshman college student who is looking to apply to the electrical engineering program at the end of the year at my school. I love working with my hands and solving problems using physics and mathematics and I...