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The problem is that the salary a year is not enough. The salary a year is going to be about 60,000(approximately) a year. My family depends on me more than that.
Theoretical Physics PhD worthless nowadays?
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The problem is that the salary a year is not enough. The salary a year is going to be about 60,000(approximately) a year. My family depends on me more than that.
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What kind of equipment or support would your "random" theoretical physicist require to perform her/his job? My impression is that a chalkboard, a quiet space, and perhaps a computer would be sufficient, no?
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Yes that would be nice, but I prefer paper.
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mgb_phys said:Actually theoretical physics tend to make more money than any other branch
Just head to Wall St / the city (london) / Grand cayman
Wait... There are quant jobs in the Cayman Islands?
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