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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around a PhD student's recent achievement of securing a part-time assistantship, which allows them to begin their doctoral studies while also teaching exercise sessions for various physics courses. The topics include the student's focus on theoretical particle physics and the upcoming teaching responsibilities in Solid State and Radiation Physics, Electrodynamics and Special Relativity, and Quantum Mechanics.

Discussion Character

  • Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • The student, Dimitri, announces the start of their PhD and part-time assistantship, expressing enthusiasm about the supportive atmosphere among professors.
  • Several participants congratulate Dimitri on this achievement, indicating a positive reception from the community.
  • There is a light-hearted inquiry about whether Dimitri will change their username to reflect their new title upon completing the PhD.
  • One participant suggests exploring other job options for better pay, mentioning a specific organization (IWT) that offers good compensation and free lunch.
  • Dimitri acknowledges the suggestion about IWT but notes that it was not feasible this year due to timing with graduation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on congratulating Dimitri and expressing excitement about their new role. There are no significant disagreements, but there are varying opinions on potential job opportunities and username changes.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects a supportive community atmosphere, but specific details about pay and job options remain unresolved, as well as the decision regarding the username change.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in academic career paths, particularly in physics, as well as those considering PhD programs and teaching assistantships.

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It's official! As of 1st of October I'll be granted a part-time assistentship, which will enable me to start my PhD. A bunch of research groups have already expressed their interest, but my first choice will remain theoretical particle physics.

This means that I will also have to teach the exercise sessions for a couple of courses : Solid State and Radiation Physics, Electrodynamics and Special Relativity and finally Quantum Mechanics. Classes start next week. I've already had a few meeting with the professors involved and I must say that the atmosphere is really good. I like it already :biggrin:
 
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congratulations!@
 
Far out! Ausgezeichnet!

Congratulations, Dimitri!
 
Congratulations that is awesome!
 
Great news after great news!

Congrats!
 
You go get 'em Dimitri!
 
scott1 said:
When you get your P.hd will your username change to Dr. Dimitri Terryn?

You might also want to read this:
http://www.cs.purdue.edu/homes/dec/essay.phd.html

Nah, I won't be doing that.
Thanks for the link, some good advice there!
 
Congrats man. I hope you get a good monthly pay. If you don't, try IWT, they pay very good and your lunch is FOR FREE :smile:


marlon
 
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marlon said:
Congrats man. I hope you get a good monthly pay. If you don't, try IWT, they pay very good and your lunch is FOR FREE :smile:


marlon

Maybe later, it's certainly an option. This year this wasn't possible because the deadline was to close to my graduation.
 
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Dimitri Terryn said:
Maybe later, it's certainly an option. This year this wasn't possible because the deadline was to close to my graduation.
yes indeed, anyway, veel succes

marlon
 
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That is good news! Best wishes!
 

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