Nuclear physics vs particle physics job prospects

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The discussion centers on the job prospects in experimental physics, specifically comparing particle physics and nuclear physics, both within academia and in other sectors. Participants explore the differences in employment opportunities and the overall outlook for each field.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions which branch, particle physics or nuclear physics, has better job prospects.
  • Another participant asserts that outside of academia, neither field has a reasonable chance of employment.
  • A subsequent reply reiterates the lack of employment opportunities outside of academia, specifically in the U.S.
  • A further comment confirms the previous statement about job prospects in the U.S.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that job prospects outside of academia are limited for both particle and nuclear physics, but the extent of the difference between the two fields remains unclear.

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Which experimental physics branch has better job prospects (both inside and outside academia) - particle physics or nuclear physics? Is the difference very big?
 
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outside of academia, neither has a reasonable chance of employment.
 
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Dr Transport said:
outside of academia, neither has a reasonable chance of employment.
...in the U.S.
 
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