Text B. Physicists

(1) If you are good at science and maths, and you are a logical thinker, being a physicist could be the job for you. Physicists study the world around us and try to uncover the laws which govern how and why objects exist and behave as they do. As well as helping us to answer some of these fundamental questions, their findings act as the scientific basis for developments in all kinds of technology from communications and energy efficiency to space and satellites.

(2) In this job you will need to have an enquiring mind. You will need to be able to work accurately using a step-by-step approach. You will also need to communicate well, for tasks such as giving presentations and writing reports.

(3) To get into this job you will usually need a degree in physics, applied physics or a related science or engineering subject. You may also need a relevant postgraduate qualification such as an MSc, MPhil or PhD.

(4) You could apply your knowledge of physics in a variety of industries depending on your particular area of expertise. For example, you might be involved in: climate forecasting, developing new medical instruments and treatments, development of analytical equipment, working in satellite technology and space exploration, investigating new ways to generate power, exploring robotics and artificial intelligence, teaching in schools, colleges or universities, using your knowledge to work in publishing, broadcasting or journalism.

(5) To be a physicist you should have: good scientific and mathematical knowledge, an enquiring mind, clear and logical thinking, with good problem solving skills, a methodical approach to work, with a high level of accuracy, good communication and presentation skills, report writing skills, the ability to work both as part of a team and on your own, team leadership and project management skills, a good understanding of statistics and relevant computer packages, a willingness to work flexibly and adapt to change.

(6) This job usually involves analyzing data from research conducted to detect and measure physical phenomena; designing computer simulations to model physical data so that it can be better understood; developing theories and laws on the basis of observation and experiments, and applying these theories and laws to problems in areas such as nuclear energy, optics, and aerospace technology; performing complex calculations as part of the analysis and evaluation of data, using computers; reporting experimental results by writing papers for scientific journals or by presenting information at scientific conferences, etc.

(7) In the UK starting salaries can be between £21,000 and £25,000 a year. Research physicists who have recently completed a PhD can earn between £24,000 and £35,000. Senior physicists with project management duties can earn upwards of £45,000. Higher education lecturers can earn up to around £55,000.

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