Physics Is a Career in Accelerator Physics Risky and Limited in Scope?

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The discussion centers on the field of accelerator physics, highlighting concerns about job availability and the lack of accessible information for those interested in the profession. The work environment for accelerator physicists involves dealing with complex technologies, including liquid helium and powerful magnets, which necessitates strict safety precautions. While the field may present challenges, such as the technical difficulty of the work, it is not inherently dangerous if safety measures are followed. Job opportunities are not limited to physics lab agencies; accelerator physicists can also find roles in various sectors, including research institutions, universities, and private industry. The scarcity of positions can vary, and the discussion emphasizes the need for more comprehensive resources and insights into career paths beyond just building accelerators.
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I looked on google for someone's opinion about this field, unfortunately, my search deemed unsuccessful as i found non other than jobs looking for accelerator physicist themselves. and this lack itself worries me. I would like to know more about this field, an explanation, for a simple minded human, of their work environments, how easy can they get a job, is it a dangerous field, is it hard, are they scarce, are physics lab agencies the only place they can work at, and what are their other career paths that they can consider apart from building accelerators?
 
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Rabu001 said:
I looked on google for someone's opinion about this field, unfortunately, my search deemed unsuccessful as i found non other than jobs looking for accelerator physicist themselves. and this lack itself worries me. I would like to know more about this field, an explanation, for a simple minded human, of their work environments, how easy can they get a job, is it a dangerous field, is it hard, are they scarce, are physics lab agencies the only place they can work at, and what are their other career paths that they can consider apart from building accelerators?

Have you read this?

https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/accelerator-physics-a-field-where-jobs-go-begging.410271/

Zz.
 
Rabu001 said:
... is it a dangerous field, is it hard, are they scarce, are physics lab agencies the only place they can work at, and what are their other career paths that they can consider apart from building accelerators?
Why do you think building particle accelerators is dangerous?
There are of course necessary precautions when dealing with stuff like liquid helium and immensely powerful magnets,
but then building anything, like a roller-coaster ride for example, could be dangerous if safety was not a consideration.
 
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