Career Pathways

What You Do

An Physicist performs some or all of the following duties:

• Design and conduct research in experimental and theoretical physics
• Carry out analysis of research data and prepare research reports
• Participate as a member of a research or development team in the design and development of experimental, industrial equipment, instrumentation and procedures

What You Need

• Ability to be imaginative, patient, persistent, and curious
• Excellent mathematical, analytical, and mechanical skills
• Ability to conduct research, use computers, and perform complex calculations
• Excellent communication skills