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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, Physicists and Astronomers, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos052.htm (visited July 17, 2009).
Significant Points
- Scientific research and development services firms and the Federal Government employ over half of all physicists and astronomers.
- Most jobs are in basic research, usually requiring a doctoral degree; master’s degree holders qualify for some jobs in applied research and development; bachelor’s degree holders often qualify as research assistants or for other physics-related occupations, such as technicians.
- Applicants may face competition for basic research positions due to limited funding; however, those with a background in physics or astronomy may have good opportunities in related occupations.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, Physicists and Astronomers, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos052.htm (visited July 17, 2009).
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