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Scarborm
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I take back being nice-- "payed"? Screw science; shoot for politics!
How Much Money Astrophysicists Make
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the financial prospects of astrophysicists, particularly those specializing in cosmology, and how these prospects relate to a potential career in politics. Participants explore the implications of pursuing a career in astrophysics while aspiring to enter politics later in life.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
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- Exploratory
Main Points Raised
- One participant expresses a desire to understand the average salary of astrophysicists and whether it would be sufficient to support a political career.
- Another participant argues that a genuine passion for science should not be driven by financial considerations.
- Some participants suggest that the demanding nature of a career in astrophysics may leave little time for political engagement.
- There are claims that successful political careers often require early entry, wealth, or fame, which may not align with a late start after a career in astrophysics.
- Concerns are raised about the compatibility of a career in physics with aspirations in politics, particularly regarding time and financial resources.
- One participant mentions that while astrophysicists can live comfortably, making substantial money for political campaigns is unlikely.
- Another participant challenges the notion that one can easily transition from astrophysics to politics, suggesting that it may not be a feasible path.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally disagree on the feasibility of transitioning from a career in astrophysics to politics. While some acknowledge the potential for a comfortable living in astrophysics, others emphasize the challenges of entering politics later in life without prior experience or financial backing.
Contextual Notes
Participants express varying views on the relationship between financial success and career satisfaction in science, with some suggesting that a focus on money could lead to dissatisfaction in astrophysics. The discussion reflects differing opinions on the necessity of wealth for a political career.
Who May Find This Useful
Individuals considering a career in astrophysics who also have aspirations in politics, as well as those interested in the financial aspects of scientific careers.
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Scarborm
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Suggestion: Graduate High School!
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Woozie
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http://sciencecareers.sciencemag.org/feature/salarywizard.shl
There is a "salary calculator" that you can play around with to see the median salaries of different scientist in different locations. For example, an astronomer here in Akron, Ohio was estimated at $88,049. However, I have no idea how accurate these results really are.
There is a "salary calculator" that you can play around with to see the median salaries of different scientist in different locations. For example, an astronomer here in Akron, Ohio was estimated at $88,049. However, I have no idea how accurate these results really are.
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Gliese_581c
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don't know if someone has said this
Well yawn I'm too tired to read all this but i did read some and why not teach professors make good money plus you will be helping ppl
Well yawn I'm too tired to read all this but i did read some and why not teach professors make good money plus you will be helping ppl
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Maxwell
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This post was almost 2 years old!
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J77
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Maxwell said:
And the reply was ungrammatical - #37
proton
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J77 said:
The OP is probably gone by now
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Winzer
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Today everyone cares about money-unfortunatley. The road to politics is a long and dirty one, expand your mind and go into astrophysics!
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huckmank
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Scarborm said:
Yeah, that's idiotic. I guess you've never seen a loved one die slowly of cancer or you probably wouldn't so flippantly spout nonsense about supplements of calcium curing cancer.
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