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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Why is it wrong to consider money when choosing a major?
- MissSilvy
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Late Bloomer in STEM: Overcoming Age Disadvantages
- harvellt
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Math Math or physics: which of that shoul I pursue?
- obafgkm
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How to get interested in chemistry as an A-Level student
- Georgepowell
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Career options with a physics degree and multiple interests
- Appity
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Auto Loan Approval at Best Leading Lenders - Is It a Wise Decision?
- offtheleft
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What is the difference between personal statement and statement of purpose
- haplo
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Math A plan/frame work to be a mathematician
- Useful nucleus
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Salary of an Accelerator Operator Starting Out
- lizardz43
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What Factors Do Employers Consider When Hiring Candidates?
- thE3nigma
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What Major Should an Electrical Engineering Student Switch To?
- budala
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Physics Qualities of a Successful Physicist: Beyond Technical Skills
- eminent_youtom
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Math Would it be worth it to get a dual Associates in Math and Computer Science?
- Disowned
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Stable Lame Career Vs. The Unknown
- Magmatic
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Post-Job-Acceptance E-mail / Bad Economy
- HD555
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A list of US companies that suits my career interests?
- operand451
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Which Finance Path to Choose: Stockmarket Trading or Derivatives?
- danago
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Physics Top Universities in UK for Quantum Computation
- Amith2006
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Engineering A career in Aerospace Control Systems with an Engineering Physics degree?
- operand451
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Can I become a NASA astronaut with an Indian background and no tall height?
- ash_nar
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Defense Industry - BSEE - Guidance Needed
- HD555
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Stock Market Contest [School project]
- instant_ramen
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Engineering Engineering in Undergrad and Physics in Grad school
- Quincy
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How will the recession affect coop?
- samspotting
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What Are My Best Options Moving to Austin After Graduating in Physics?
- AcidBathSDMF
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Physics What Career Opportunities Are Available in Medical Physics?
- Maxwhale
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Physics Future Outlook for Aging Physics Professors and Job Prospects for PhDs
- ObHassell
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Math How Do Applied Mathematicians Differ from Scientists in Their Approach?
- altcmdesc
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Physics Physics BS combined with MBA for industry management careers
- vMaster0fPuppet
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I want to make a college major/career change, what are my options?
- misterdanny
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Physics Condensed matter physicist advice ?
- Elbobo
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How do I start preparing for a cosmology career?
- Nejt
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What is Considered Normal for a Postdoc in Spain?
- mam121
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Physics Combined physics/professional degree programs?
- Diagon
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Physics A day in the life of a theoretical physicist
- josegjr
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Internships in US for Int'l Students '09
- joltinjoe
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Overwhelmed by engineering breadth and unsure about switching to EE
- Jammin_James
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Engineering Nuclear Engineering Program: Advantages vs. Public Universities
- Winzer
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Biotechnology - research or management?
- thE3nigma
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Physics Can I have a career with a physics degree?
- giann_tee
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Finding summer physics internships in the UK and Europe
- peterjaybee
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What Does a Career in Naval Bathymetry Involve?
- hasel001
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Getting a Job After Earning a BS in EE: Which Path to Take?
- atwong713
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Physics Physics major with aerospace goals: value of electrical engineering minor?
- Machete_B
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Can I Pursue a Masters in Physics with a BSc in Electrical Engineering?
- Philmac
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Physics Secondary Physics Teacher / More coursework?
- gbodor
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Job Skills Any ME out there willing to do a quick interview?
- scsig805
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Math Math B.S. - no prior work experience
- jjou
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Math Other career opportunities for a math major?
- JasonJo
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Foriegn graduate, find internship?
- ziv
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Math How to start tutoring math as a 16-year-old
- kurt.math
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Chemistry How important is GPA to employers? (Chemistry major)
- yungwun22
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MBA or MBiotech for starting a biotech firm?
- thE3nigma
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Is nanotechnology a viable career choice or passing hype?
- kasse
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Why is getting a job in pharmaceutical sales sometimes so difficult?
- Justins
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Engineering Nuclear Engineering and Electrical Engineering; Career Choices
- aliaze1
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Physics Validate a bachelor of physics from south america (uruguay) to europe / america
- maurre
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Job Skills What Should I Do About My Unfinished Graduate Degree on My Resume?
- fizziks
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How does your thesis topic affect your desired fields of work?
- Topher925
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Is It Normal to Feel Lacking Confidence as a Postdoc?
- Tiger99
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Is Post Doc Funding More Accessible Than Graduate Scholarships?
- tgt
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The Cost of Renting In Northern California
- LightbulbSun
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Math Degree in statistic and mathematic
- d_b
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Why do postdocs fail to meet position standards?
- tgt
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Is There an Ideal Retirement Age for Professors?
- phyguy321
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Are Mtech Graduates in USA and UK Paid Differently Than Engineers?
- mkbh_10
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Engineering Which engineering disciplines is paid the most
- qwerty321
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Best business jobs that need both people and math skills?
- avant-garde
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Graduate Students Repairing Equipment
- Modey3
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Physics Physics for Premed? Advice for High School Student
- Abdou
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Physics Can an MBA in Particle Physics Lead to Lucrative Academic and Industry Careers?
- Missphyscs
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Engineering Most useful (spoken) language to learn for a Nuclear Engineer?
- PhilAnd095
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Engineering Mining Engineering - physics heavy?
- cjwalle
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What is the Best Major(s) to prepare me for nanotechnology in grad school?
- egregious1
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Happiness vs Money: Grad School Advice
- LtStorm
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Avionics Careers for High School Seniors
- SweatyFunSeek
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What are the qualifications and realities of working in a patent law firm?
- theallknower
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Is the job market good for astro physic majors or general physic majors?
- jinjishu
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Will economic losses delay academic retirements in physics?
- Locrian
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Any suggestions for careers for me?
- thewhills
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Engineering Aeronautic vs Electronic engineering?
- gordilloedwin
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Why is getting a job in pharmaceutical sales so difficult and competitive?
- binni
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Is it too late to switch my major and pursue chemistry as a career?
- Ghost803
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Physics Just can't get enough Particle Physics
- ScienceNerd36
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Work Study Advice: Negotiating Eligibility with College
- mbisCool
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Transfer Out of NJ with Limited Funds: Can I Pull it Off?
- offtheleft
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Engineering Engineers Who Write: How to Make Money
- 00PS
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Physics How Can Overcoming Homelessness Lead to a Career in Medical Physics?
- lincs_b
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How Can I Rebuild My Credit Score If I Have Bad Credit?
- Benzoate
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Should I Leave Grad School for a Career in Game Development?
- fizziks
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Who Funded Einstein's Research on Relativity?
- theallknower
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Math High-paying independent work for math PhDs
- tgt
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How does R&D work differ from academic research?
- mbisCool
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Physics Working on bachelor's in physics, need work / income
- jaguar7
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Is a Career Shift to Aerospace Engineering Right for Me?
- _Eternity_
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Engineering I have been thinking about a physics or engineering career
- WhiteKnights
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Engineering What is life as an Aerospace Engineer like?
- WhiteKnights
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Who's just waiting to buy their own place?
- JasonRox
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