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Discuss topics on science and math professions. Topics include job descriptions, salary, requirements and responsibilities. Find advice when comparing two or more similar careers.

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Physics Theoretical physics as a backup carreer

Dec 28, 2015 · Replies 61 · Jan 1, 2016

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I am at a crossroads, need input from industry professionals

Dec 28, 2015 · Replies 5 · Dec 31, 2015

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How Can I Land a Job in Area 51 as a Physicist?

Dec 30, 2015 · Replies 8 · Dec 31, 2015

Replies: 8

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Should I Get a Physics Masters or PhD?

Dec 31, 2015 · Replies 13 · Dec 31, 2015

Replies: 13

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Which of these 3 masters has the greatest career prospects?

Dec 29, 2015 · Replies 9 · Dec 31, 2015

Replies: 9

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Engineering Deciding Between Engineering & Business: Advice for College Freshman

Dec 29, 2015 · Replies 13 · Dec 31, 2015

Replies: 13

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Is ASP.NET a Sustainable Career Choice in the Next Decade?

Dec 29, 2015 · Replies 9 · Dec 30, 2015

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Graduating soon with a BS in Physics

Dec 29, 2015 · Replies 4 · Dec 30, 2015

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Engineering Engineer whose true passion is physics

Aug 19, 2015 · Replies 19 · Dec 29, 2015

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What specific field in physics would best fit me? programs?

Dec 24, 2015 · Replies 1 · Dec 29, 2015

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Engineering Engineering Science job opportunities?

Dec 28, 2015 · Replies 3 · Dec 28, 2015

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I'm a high schooler seeking guidance

Dec 25, 2015 · Replies 7 · Dec 28, 2015

Replies: 7

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Help Me Decide: Math or Physics? What Do You Like About Them?

Dec 26, 2015 · Replies 1 · Dec 27, 2015

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Engineering What does an energy engineer do?

Dec 25, 2015 · Replies 7 · Dec 26, 2015

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Life Advice | Should I go for a Second Major in Physics?

Dec 21, 2015 · Replies 5 · Dec 26, 2015

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What can be different options for a MS in applied Math ?

Dec 24, 2015 · Replies 3 · Dec 25, 2015

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Career Opportunities for Theoretical Physics PhDs in Lebanon & Beyond

Dec 23, 2015 · Replies 16 · Dec 24, 2015

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IE vs EE: Which engineering degree is right for you?

Dec 22, 2015 · Replies 5 · Dec 23, 2015

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Should I Quit School and Enter the Job Market?

Dec 19, 2015 · Replies 36 · Dec 23, 2015

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Engineering Physics and engineering in real life

Dec 21, 2015 · Replies 4 · Dec 23, 2015

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Engineering Astrophysics or physics/computer engineer double major?

Dec 22, 2015 · Replies 2 · Dec 23, 2015

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Engineering What career options can I expect as an Electrical Engineer?

Dec 19, 2015 · Replies 6 · Dec 22, 2015

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Physics research outside academia?

Dec 20, 2015 · Replies 6 · Dec 21, 2015

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What are the job prospects for Astronomers in the next 10-15 years?

Dec 19, 2015 · Replies 2 · Dec 20, 2015

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Physics How many hours a week do physicists work?

Dec 15, 2015 · Replies 10 · Dec 19, 2015

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Chemistry Choose Between Chemistry & Physics for University Studies

Dec 15, 2015 · Replies 4 · Dec 18, 2015

Replies: 4

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Navigating Friendships and Competition in Academia

Dec 14, 2015 · Replies 15 · Dec 18, 2015

Replies: 15

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Online Physics Tutoring: Tips for Making Money w/o PhD

Dec 15, 2015 · Replies 1 · Dec 18, 2015

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Engineering Should I even bother going into engineering?

Nov 26, 2015 · Replies 6 · Dec 17, 2015

Replies: 6

Views: 3K

Engineering Biomedical Engineering vs. Nuclear Applications?

Dec 17, 2015 · Replies 2 · Dec 17, 2015

Replies: 2

Views: 4K

Engineering Switching from R&D Engineer to Validation Engineer Concerns

Dec 12, 2015 · Replies 3 · Dec 17, 2015

Replies: 3

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Geophysics undergraduate interested in environmental law

Dec 9, 2015 · Replies 5 · Dec 16, 2015

Replies: 5

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Advice/opinion on job opportunities based on country

Dec 16, 2015 · Replies 1 · Dec 16, 2015

Replies: 1

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What do physics teachers do in the summer?

Dec 14, 2015 · Replies 5 · Dec 16, 2015

Replies: 5

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Engineering Biomedical Engineering PhD, data science, and Employment

Dec 13, 2015 · Replies 4 · Dec 14, 2015

Replies: 4

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Most Employable Physics Specialty

Dec 13, 2015 · Replies 12 · Dec 14, 2015

Replies: 12

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Engineering Is electrical engineering becoming outdated?

Dec 4, 2015 · Replies 39 · Dec 13, 2015

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Is a Career in Astrophysics or Math Promising?

Nov 24, 2015 · Replies 8 · Dec 11, 2015

Replies: 8

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Physics Choosing Between a Career in Physics or Medicine: A Personal Dilemma

Jun 8, 2015 · Replies 5 · Dec 9, 2015

Replies: 5

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Is My Career Path the Right Fit for Me?

Nov 21, 2015 · Replies 4 · Dec 9, 2015

Replies: 4

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Engineering PhD in Physics or MSc in Engineering?

Dec 7, 2015 · Replies 4 · Dec 8, 2015

Replies: 4

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What are some ways a physics major can make a positive impact on the world?

Dec 5, 2015 · Replies 8 · Dec 8, 2015

Replies: 8

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There is a very low correlation between salary and ....

Dec 5, 2015 · Replies 20 · Dec 7, 2015

Replies: 20

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Chemistry The difference between physics and chemistry?

Dec 5, 2015 · Replies 10 · Dec 7, 2015

Replies: 10

Views: 11K

Job Prospects in Physics - Will I get employed?

Dec 1, 2015 · Replies 8 · Dec 6, 2015

Replies: 8

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How can I talk to an Academic or Lecturer?

Dec 5, 2015 · Replies 3 · Dec 5, 2015

Replies: 3

Views: 1K

How to politely decline a research project

Dec 4, 2015 · Replies 3 · Dec 5, 2015

Replies: 3

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What Should You Know About a Career in Astrophysics and Cosmology?

Nov 30, 2015 · Replies 1 · Dec 4, 2015

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Anyone here with a physics Ph.D that specialized in Optics?

Dec 2, 2015 · Replies 3 · Dec 3, 2015

Replies: 3

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Is there a software to effectively track project progress?

Nov 15, 2015 · Replies 11 · Dec 2, 2015

Replies: 11

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Is a Piping Design Course Worth It for Future Careers in Mechanical Engineering?

Dec 1, 2015 · Replies 3 · Dec 2, 2015

Replies: 3

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Is joining the Air Force worth it?

Nov 26, 2015 · Replies 20 · Dec 2, 2015

Replies: 20

Views: 11K

Just how broad is a focus in signal processing?

Nov 30, 2015 · Replies 2 · Dec 1, 2015

Replies: 2

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Best specialities for employment after physics Ph.D

Nov 26, 2015 · Replies 9 · Dec 1, 2015

Replies: 9

Views: 3K

Engineering Nursing student- wants to work in biomedical engineering

Jul 10, 2015 · Replies 12 · Dec 1, 2015

Replies: 12

Views: 19K

Engineering How hard it is to become a lecturer in civil engineering?

Nov 30, 2015 · Replies 1 · Nov 30, 2015

Replies: 1

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Getting connected with the astrophysics community

Nov 29, 2015 · Replies 1 · Nov 29, 2015

Replies: 1

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Which major do you think would be the best for me?

Nov 28, 2015 · Replies 5 · Nov 29, 2015

Replies: 5

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Can I get into geology with a major in physics

May 13, 2015 · Replies 3 · Nov 29, 2015

Replies: 3

Views: 2K

Applied Math or Theoretical Physics?

Nov 27, 2015 · Replies 3 · Nov 28, 2015

Replies: 3

Views: 2K

Engineering Aerospace or other basic engineering

Nov 27, 2015 · Replies 1 · Nov 27, 2015

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UK Student Seeking Summer Placement Advice

Nov 22, 2015 · Replies 2 · Nov 26, 2015

Replies: 2

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Engineering Mechanical Engineering Research Project

Nov 25, 2015 · Replies 1 · Nov 25, 2015

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Returning to Physics after Computational Biology

Nov 23, 2015 · Replies 5 · Nov 24, 2015

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Views: 2K

How Can High School Students Prepare for a Career in Zoology?

Nov 23, 2015 · Replies 2 · Nov 24, 2015

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Physics Astrophysicist turned video game programmer?

Nov 21, 2015 · Replies 6 · Nov 23, 2015

Replies: 6

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Engineering Job Market for Control Engineers?

Nov 15, 2015 · Replies 26 · Nov 23, 2015

Replies: 26

Views: 6K

Engineering What is the future of an Aerospace Engineer ?

Nov 23, 2015 · Replies 1 · Nov 23, 2015

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Engineering Should Systems Engineers Worry About C++ Coding Skills?

Nov 22, 2015 · Replies 1 · Nov 23, 2015

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Is there any field in physics I can major in as Msc?

Nov 9, 2015 · Replies 4 · Nov 21, 2015

Replies: 4

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Job opportunities? Tricky background situation

Nov 21, 2015 · Replies 1 · Nov 21, 2015

Replies: 1

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Should i pursue Physics and Mathematics?

Nov 20, 2015 · Replies 4 · Nov 21, 2015

Replies: 4

Views: 2K

Worried I am wasting my time pursuing a PhD

Nov 1, 2015 · Replies 15 · Nov 21, 2015

Replies: 15

Views: 4K

PhD Field Selection: Tips & Advice

Nov 19, 2015 · Replies 4 · Nov 21, 2015

Replies: 4

Views: 2K

Engineering Difference between medical physics and clinical engineering?

Nov 19, 2015 · Replies 1 · Nov 20, 2015

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Physics How to Become a Medical Physicist in 3653 Easy Steps - Comments

May 11, 2015 · Replies 26 · Nov 20, 2015

Replies: 26

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Physics What are my chances of becoming a research physicist

Nov 19, 2015 · Replies 2 · Nov 19, 2015

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

Where Can I Find Biophysics Brain Research Programs?

Nov 17, 2015 · Replies 2 · Nov 17, 2015

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

Sending a thank you email after an interview

Nov 14, 2015 · Replies 5 · Nov 16, 2015

Replies: 5

Views: 2K

When and How Did You First Learn to Write a Funding Proposal?

Nov 10, 2015 · Replies 7 · Nov 16, 2015

Replies: 7

Views: 2K

Residencies in Medical Physics difficult to obtain

Mar 7, 2013 · Replies 44 · Nov 16, 2015

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Replies: 44

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Successful Online Tutoring for Physics & Math: Tips from Experienced Tutors

Nov 14, 2015 · Replies 3 · Nov 15, 2015

Replies: 3

Views: 2K

Science Career without being a Scientist

Oct 28, 2015 · Replies 11 · Nov 15, 2015

Replies: 11

Views: 2K

Switching from physics to finance

Nov 13, 2015 · Replies 4 · Nov 15, 2015

Replies: 4

Views: 2K

Is a Biophysics PhD a viable path to a tenure track position in academia?

Nov 12, 2015 · Replies 4 · Nov 13, 2015

Replies: 4

Views: 2K

Engineering Is management the destiny of every engineer?

Nov 11, 2015 · Replies 13 · Nov 12, 2015

Replies: 13

Views: 2K

Engineering Mechanical Engineer Technologist Career

Nov 11, 2015 · Replies 2 · Nov 11, 2015

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

How to deal with unethical coworkers?

Oct 12, 2015 · Replies 11 · Nov 11, 2015

Replies: 11

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How does one obtain a Physics PhD in 3 years?

Nov 3, 2015 · Replies 11 · Nov 11, 2015

Replies: 11

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There is nothing I am interested in

Nov 5, 2015 · Replies 35 · Nov 10, 2015

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Replies: 35

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Non-Tenure/Teaching-only Academic Positions

Nov 4, 2015 · Replies 6 · Nov 10, 2015

Replies: 6

Views: 2K

Where can I find Medical Physics placements for a BSc student?

Nov 9, 2015 · Replies 2 · Nov 9, 2015

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

Need help in making correct decision

Nov 9, 2015 · Replies 10 · Nov 9, 2015

Replies: 10

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What salary could I expect from Volvo summer co-op?

Nov 3, 2015 · Replies 4 · Nov 8, 2015

Replies: 4

Views: 2K

What jobs are there for someone who loves astrophysics?

Nov 5, 2015 · Replies 3 · Nov 6, 2015

Replies: 3

Views: 2K

Trying to decide between Electrical and Mechanical....

Nov 5, 2015 · Replies 1 · Nov 5, 2015

Replies: 1

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What are the highest paying manufacturing companies?

Nov 4, 2015 · Replies 1 · Nov 4, 2015

Replies: 1

Views: 1K

Engineering Field work of chemical engineering environment

Nov 3, 2015 · Replies 1 · Nov 4, 2015

Replies: 1

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A second chance - building credentials

Sep 26, 2015 · Replies 9 · Nov 4, 2015

Replies: 9

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I choosing a career in physics to pursue

Nov 3, 2015 · Replies 4 · Nov 3, 2015

Replies: 4

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Career Guidance

Welcome to the STEM Career Guidance forum!

Career guidance involves providing individuals with information, support, and advice to help them make informed decisions about their professional paths. This process includes assessing one's skills, interests, and values, exploring potential career options, and developing a plan to achieve career goals.

Career guidance professionals may offer insights into various industries, provide information on educational and training opportunities, and assist in developing job-searching skills.

The goal is to empower individuals to make well-informed decisions about their careers, aligning their aspirations with realistic and achievable steps for personal and professional growth.

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