Should I really have two?Vanadium 50 said:This is like deciding whether you want to pitch for the Red Sox or the Yankees while still it little league.
Finish high school, then college, then graduate school, then one or two postdocs, and then we will talk.
It is very hard to get a permanent position after one postdoc, especially in theoretical physics, especially at CERN and Fermilab.McWonald said:Should I really have two?
mfb said:It is very hard to get a permanent position after one postdoc, especially in theoretical physics, especially at CERN and Fermilab.
Anyway, that decision will depend on so many factors, most of them are out of your influence. Don't worry about that now. Also, there is much more than just CERN and Fermilab.
Both CERN and Fermilab have state-of-the-art technology for theoretical physicists to conduct their research. However, CERN is known for its Large Hadron Collider, which is the world's largest and most powerful particle accelerator, giving it an edge in terms of technology.
CERN and Fermilab are both well-funded institutions and have similar budgets for theoretical physics research. However, CERN is an international organization with member countries contributing to its funding, giving it a larger overall budget.
Both CERN and Fermilab offer opportunities for collaboration with other scientists. CERN has a larger and more diverse community of international researchers, making it a hub for collaboration and networking.
CERN and Fermilab are both highly respected institutions in the scientific community. CERN is known for its groundbreaking research and discoveries, while Fermilab has a long history of important contributions to theoretical physics.
This is a subjective question and depends on personal preferences. Both CERN and Fermilab have a stimulating and challenging environment for theoretical physicists, with access to top researchers and cutting-edge technology. Ultimately, it is up to the individual to decide which environment suits them better.