What do TAs and RAs for theoretical physics do?

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Research Assistants (RAs) in theoretical physics typically work on specific problems outlined in grant proposals, which are often tied to the funding they receive. Their tasks are largely determined by their advisors, and this can vary based on whether they are in graduate or undergraduate programs. The work may involve mathematical applications, but the primary focus is on addressing the research objectives set forth in the grant.
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do they also work with mathematics or do they do something different
 
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Graduate school or undergraduate?
 
Whatever their advisors tell them to! Most RAs are grant supported, and the statement of work is in the grant proposal. Usually, it is working on a specific problem in theoretical physics.
 
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Graduate school or undergraduate?
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