Pursue a Physics Career in US: Salaries Up to $100K

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The discussion centers on pursuing a physics career, particularly in quantum physics, with a focus on salary expectations in the United States, which can reach up to $100,000 annually. The participant, a high school student from Thailand, contrasts this with the significantly lower salaries in their home country, ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 per year. The conversation also touches on the importance of obtaining a bachelor's degree in physics before advancing to graduate studies, and the variability of salaries in theoretical physics roles.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of quantum physics concepts
  • Knowledge of the educational pathways for physics careers
  • Familiarity with salary structures in different countries
  • Awareness of theoretical versus experimental physics job markets
NEXT STEPS
  • Research graduate programs in quantum physics in the US
  • Explore salary trends for physicists in Germany and China
  • Investigate the differences between theoretical and experimental physics careers
  • Learn about the job market for physics graduates in various countries
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High school students considering a physics career, undergraduate students in physics, and anyone interested in understanding the global job market for physicists.

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I am a high school student and planning to study in physics-> Quantum -> QFT//Standard model. Physics career in my country, Thailand, is very unexpected because of its very low salary;5,000-10,000 US dollars per years. While in US, it's up to 100,000 dollars.

I don't really mean to specify on united states. I want to know if there are other places that are very good for quantum physics career. Or should I go to Germany, or china or something?
 
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What do you want to do with that degree? Keep in mind you're talking about things you'd study at the graduate level, but first you just need to earn a bachelors degree in physics. Not all jobs in physics pay that well, especially in theoretical work.
 

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