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Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories.

Sample of reported job titles: Biophysics Scientist, Health Physicist, Medical Physicist, Physicist, Research Consultant, Research Physicist, Research Scientist, Scientist

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Tasks

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  • Perform complex calculations as part of the analysis and evaluation of data, using computers.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Analyze data from research conducted to detect and measure physical phenomena.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Describe and express observations and conclusions in mathematical terms.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Design computer simulations to model physical data so that it can be better understood.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Write research proposals to receive funding.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Teach physics to students.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Report experimental results by writing papers for scientific journals or by presenting information at scientific conferences.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Conduct research pertaining to potential environmental impacts of atomic energy-related industrial development to determine licensing qualifications.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Observe the structure and properties of matter, and the transformation and propagation of energy, using equipment such as masers, lasers, and telescopes, to explore and identify the basic principles governing these phenomena.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Develop theories and laws on the basis of observation and experiments, and apply these theories and laws to problems in areas such as nuclear energy, optics, and aerospace technology.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Collaborate with other scientists in the design, development, and testing of experimental, industrial, or medical equipment, instrumentation, and procedures.See more occupations related to this task.

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Technology Skills

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  • Analytical or scientific software — CERN Physics Analysis Workstation PAW; COMSOL Multiphysics; The MathWorks MATLAB Hot technology ; Wolfram Research Mathematica (see all 25 examples)See more occupations related to this technology.
  • Cloud-based management software — OpenStackSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Computer aided design CAD software Hot technology — Autodesk AutoCAD Hot technology ; Mathsoft Mathcad; RibbonSoft QCadSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Configuration management software — Puppet Hot technology ; VMware Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Data base management system software — SQLiteSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Data base user interface and query software — Microsoft Access Hot technology ; MySQL Hot technology ; Oracle software Hot technology ; Structured query language SQL Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Desktop publishing software — ScribusSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Development environment software — Eclipse IDE Hot technology ; Microsoft Azure Hot technology ; Microsoft Visual Studio Hot technology ; National Instruments LabVIEW Hot technology (see all 11 examples)See more occupations related to this technology.
  • Enterprise application integration software — Extensible markup language XML Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Expert system software — Ansible software Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • File versioning software — Git Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Graphics or photo imaging software — Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop Hot technology ; GNU Image Manipulation Program GIMP; Ploticus; XV (see all 5 examples)See more occupations related to this technology.
  • Music or sound editing software — Adobe Systems Adobe AuditionSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Object or component oriented development software — C++ Hot technology ; Oracle Java Hot technology ; Perl Hot technology ; Python Hot technology (see all 5 examples)See more occupations related to this technology.
  • Office suite software — Microsoft Office Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Operating system software — Linux Hot technology ; Microsoft Windows Hot technology ; UNIX Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Presentation software — Microsoft PowerPoint Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Video creation and editing software — Lenox Softworks VideoPointSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Web platform development software — JavaScript Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Word processing software — Microsoft Word Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.

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Knowledge

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  • Physics — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Chemistry — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.See more occupations related to this knowledge.

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Skills

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  • Science — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Systems Analysis — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Persuasion — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Time Management — Managing one’s own time and the time of others.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.See more occupations related to this skill.

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Abilities

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  • Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Number Facility — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Fluency of Ideas — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Originality — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Flexibility of Closure — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Speed of Closure — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Perceptual Speed — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.See more occupations related to this ability.

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Work Activities

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  • Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Working with Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Communicating with People Outside the Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Providing Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Detailed Work Activities

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  • Apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Analyze geological or geographical data.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Develop theories or models of physical phenomena.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Instruct college students in physical or life sciences.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Prepare proposals or grant applications to obtain project funding.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Research environmental impact of industrial or development activities.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Operate laboratory or field equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Analyze operational data to evaluate operations, processes or products.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Develop new or advanced products or production methods.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Advise others on management of emergencies or hazardous situations or materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Establish standards for products, processes, or procedures.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Work Context

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  • Electronic Mail — 92% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Sitting — 65% responded “Continually or almost continually.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Structured versus Unstructured Work — 67% responded “A lot of freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Freedom to Make Decisions — 75% responded “A lot of freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Face-to-Face Discussions — 53% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Work With Work Group or Team — 46% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Duration of Typical Work Week — 59% responded “More than 40 hours.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — 35% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — 68% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Coordinate or Lead Others — 34% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Telephone — 49% responded “Once a week or more but not every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Contact With Others — 27% responded “Constant contact with others.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Level of Competition — 35% responded “Extremely competitive.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — 44% responded “Important results.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Public Speaking — 29% responded “Once a year or more but not every month.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Time Pressure — 39% responded “Once a month or more but not every week.”See more occupations related to this work context.

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Job Zone

Title Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed
Education Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master’s degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
Related Experience Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience are needed for these occupations. Many require more than five years of experience. For example, surgeons must complete four years of college and an additional five to seven years of specialized medical training to be able to do their job.
Job Training Employees may need some on-the-job training, but most of these occupations assume that the person will already have the required skills, knowledge, work-related experience, and/or training.
Job Zone Examples These occupations often involve coordinating, training, supervising, or managing the activities of others to accomplish goals. Very advanced communication and organizational skills are required. Examples include pharmacists, lawyers, astronomers, biologists, clergy, neurologists, and veterinarians.
SVP Range (8.0 and above)

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Education


Percentage of Respondents
Education Level Required
49   Doctoral degree
39   Post-doctoral training
8   Post-master’s certificate

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Interests

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  • Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.See more occupations related to this interest.
  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.See more occupations related to this interest.

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Work Styles

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  • Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Independence — Job requires developing one’s own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Self-Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.See more occupations related to this work style.

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Work Values

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  • Recognition — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.See more occupations related to this work value.
  • Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.See more occupations related to this work value.
  • Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.See more occupations related to this work value.

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Related Occupations

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15-1221.00 Computer and Information Research Scientists   Bright Outlook Bright Outlook
15-2031.00 Operations Research Analysts Bright Outlook
19-1021.00 Biochemists and Biophysicists
19-2011.00 Astronomers
19-2042.00 Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
19-2099.01 Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists
25-1032.00 Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary Bright Outlook
25-1051.00 Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
25-1052.00 Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary
25-1054.00 Physics Teachers, Postsecondary

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Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages (2020) $62.43 hourly, $129,850 annual
State wages
 
Local wages
  
Employment (2020) 17,400 employees
Projected growth (2020-2030) Average (5% to 10%) Average (5% to 10%)
Projected job openings (2020-2030) 1,300
State trends
 
Top industries (2020)
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Government

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020 wage data external site and 2020-2030 employment projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2020-2030). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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Sources of Additional Information

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Disclaimer: Sources are listed to provide additional information on related jobs, specialties, and/or industries. Links to non-DOL Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.

  • American Association for the Advancement of Science external site
  • American Astronomical Society external site
  • American Chemical Society external site
  • American Institute of Physics external site
  • American Nuclear Society external site
  • American Physical Society external site
  • Health Physics Society external site
  • IEEE external site
  • International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine external site
  • Materials Research Society external site
  • National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists external site
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook: Physicists and astronomers external site
  • Physics Careers Resource external site
  • Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society external site
  • The Optical Society external site

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