Physics Theoretical Physics Careers in Germany

  • Thread starter Thread starter amrfkr
  • Start date Start date
AI Thread Summary
The discussion centers on a physics student planning to pursue a Master's degree in Germany, with a keen interest in Theoretical Physics. The student is considering various subfields for a PhD, including Quantum Optics, Condensed Matter Theory, and Cosmology, while acknowledging the competitive nature of Theoretical Physics globally. Concerns about job prospects in academia in Germany are raised, particularly regarding the scarcity of permanent positions, which are often fixed-term contracts lasting 2 to 3 years. The importance of knowing German is highlighted, as it significantly impacts job opportunities in the country. The student is actively learning German to enhance their prospects.
amrfkr
Messages
2
Reaction score
2
Hello,

I'm a physics student planning to pursue a Master's degree in Germany.

I'm particularly interested in Theoretical Physics, although I haven't yet decided which subfield I would like to focus on for my PhD. The areas I'm currently considering are Quantum Optics, Condensed Matter Theory, and Cosmology.

I understand that Theoretical Physics is extremely competitive worldwide.

However, I'm curious about the job prospects in Germany within academia, especially in the subfields I mentioned.

Also, are there any subfields within Theoretical Physics that currently offer more opportunities in Germany?
 
Physics news on Phys.org
Permanent full-time positions are few and far between in Academia. To find and get one you have to be very good and you need a lot of luck. Almost all jobs are fixed-term (2 - 3 years). There are more of them.
 
just curious, from your post I suspect that you currently do not reside in Germany. First question is, do you know German? If not, I suspect your prospects will be nil.
 
bryantcl said:
just curious, from your post I suspect that you currently do not reside in Germany. First question is, do you know German? If not, I suspect your prospects will be nil.
I'm learning German.
 

Thread 'Working for defense company?'

I don't know if anyone on here works for any of the well known defense companies of your country, whichever country you are from?? Also, if you choose to work in one, do you think the engineering education provide from your school would adequately prepare you for the job. What do I mean by that? Well if you work at say Lockheed Martin and you work in the latest iteration of a missile or if you work at Pratt & Whitney, they assign you to work in the team helping out with building the jet...
View full post »

Thread 'Physics Major Considering Masters in EE -- Need help!'

Hello, I graduated from undergrad a few years ago with a Major in Physics and minor in Electrical Engineering. I tried to get experience working on and testing circuits through my professor who studied Neutrinos, however covid caused the opportunity to go away and I graduated with no experience or internships. I have attempted to break into the engineering industry with no success. Right now I am considering going for a Masters in Electrical Engineering and I need advice on if this would be...
View full post »

Thread 'Is a career in Optics/Photonics engineering right for me?'

So lately, my interest in the realm of optics/optoelectronics/photonics engineering has grown and I have started to seriously consider pursuing a career in the field. I have done a bit of career research and also have done some learning on the side to gather more knowledge on these topics. However, I have some questions on what a career in these fields would look like, and I wanted to find out more about this area to know what I would be getting myself into if I did make the choice to pursue...
View full post »

Similar threads

Physics Need career guidance after masters in physics
Replies
18
Views
4K
Seeking insights on careers in theoretical physics and cosmology
Replies
5
Views
3K
Physics Changing my physics subfield between Master's and PhD
Replies
5
Views
3K
Physics Quantum Computing masters with Theoretical physics background
Replies
4
Views
3K
Physics Best PhD to stay in physics research?
Replies
20
Views
3K
Other Potential Effects of Recent AI Developments on Physics?
Replies
15
Views
2K
Physics How important is python for theoretical physics?
Replies
23
Views
3K
Physics Job prospects for accelerator physics
Replies
9
Views
4K
Physics Physics Graduate planning to do research in photonics
Replies
5
Views
3K
Physics What is it like to do theoretical physics research?
Replies
2
Views
2K

Hot Threads

Recent Insights

Back
Top