R&D Job Without PhD: Is it Possible?

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It is possible to secure an R&D position in Physics and Electronics/Electrical Engineering without a PhD, as many professionals in the field hold only a Master's degree or even less. There are precedents of individuals successfully working in R&D roles without a doctoral degree. While leadership positions in R&D are often associated with PhD holders, it is not exclusively reserved for them; individuals with a Master's degree can also lead initiatives, depending on their experience and skills.
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R&D job without PhD?

Colleagues,

Is it possible to get R&D position without PhD holding?First of all,I'm asking about Physics and Electronics/Electrical Engineering.Who knows any precedents?
 
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Sure- nearly everyone I worked with in R&D did not have a PhD. Most had a MS, but not always.
 


Andy Resnick said:
Sure- nearly everyone I worked with in R&D did not have a PhD. Most had a MS, but not always.

Could one lead a R&D initiative without only a MS or are the leadership positions usually reserved for PhDs?

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