Job Skills Nuclear physics vs particle physics job prospects

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The discussion centers on job prospects in experimental physics, specifically comparing particle physics and nuclear physics. Both fields face significant challenges in securing employment outside of academia, with limited opportunities available. Inside academia, prospects may vary, but overall, the consensus suggests that neither branch offers a strong likelihood of employment outside of academic settings. The differences in job prospects between the two fields are not considered substantial.
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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.
 
Dr Transport said:
outside of academia, neither has a reasonable chance of employment.
...in the U.S.
 

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