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Teach courses pertaining to the laws of matter and energy. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Sample of reported job titles: Adjunct Professor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Instructor, Physical Science Professor, Physics Instructor, Physics Lecturer, Physics Professor, Professor, Science Instructor

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Tasks  |  Technology Skills  |  Tools Used  |  Knowledge  |  Skills  |  Abilities  |  Work Activities  |  Detailed Work Activities  |  Work Context  |  Job Zone  |  Education  |  Credentials  |  Interests  |  Work Styles  |  Work Values  |  Related Occupations  |  Wages & Employment  |  Job Openings  |  Additional Information

Tasks

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  • Evaluate and grade students’ class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as quantum mechanics, particle physics, and optics.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Supervise students’ laboratory work.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks and laboratory equipment.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Maintain and repair laboratory equipment.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Perform administrative duties, such as serving as department head.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.See more occupations related to this task.

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Technology Skills

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  • Analytical or scientific software — Maplesoft Maple; The MathWorks MATLAB Hot technology ; VASP Data Viewer; Wolfram Research Mathematica (see all 11 examples)See more occupations related to this technology.
  • Calendar and scheduling softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Computer aided design CAD software Hot technology — Autodesk AutoCAD Hot technology ; Mathsoft MathcadSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Computer based training software — Blackboard Learn; Desire2Learn; Learning management system LMS; Sakai CLE (see all 5 examples)See more occupations related to this technology.
  • Data base user interface and query software — Data entry softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Desktop communications software — EdmodoSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Development environment software — C; Formula translation/translator FORTRAN; National Instruments LabVIEW Hot technology ; PLplot (see all 9 examples)See more occupations related to this technology.
  • Electronic mail software — Email software; Microsoft Outlook Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Graphics or photo imaging software — Visual Molecular Dynamics VMDSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Information retrieval or search software — DOC Cop; iParadigms TurnitinSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Internet browser software — Web browser softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Object or component oriented development software — C++ Hot technology ; Perl Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Office suite software — Microsoft Office Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Optical character reader OCR or scanning software — Image scanning softwareSee 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.
  • Word processing software — Collaborative editing software; Google Docs Hot technology ; LaTeX; Microsoft Word Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.

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Knowledge

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  • Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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Skills

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  • Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.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.
  • Science — Using scientific rules and methods to solve 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.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.
  • 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.
  • Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.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.
  • 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.
  • Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.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.
  • Persuasion — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.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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  • Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.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.
  • Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.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.
  • Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.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.
  • Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.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.
  • Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.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 Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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Work Activities

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  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.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.
  • Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.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.
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.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.
  • Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.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.
  • Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.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.
  • 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.

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Detailed Work Activities

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  • Evaluate student work.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Develop instructional materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Prepare tests.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Teach physical science or mathematics courses at the college level.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Advise students on academic or career matters.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Supervise student research or internship work.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Develop instructional objectives.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Guide class discussions.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Maintain student records.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Supervise laboratory work.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Research topics in area of expertise.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Write grant proposals.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Order instructional or library materials or equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Select educational materials or equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Direct department activities.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Perform student enrollment or registration activities.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Promote educational institutions or programs.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Serve on institutional or departmental committees.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Compile specialized bibliographies or lists of materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Plan community programs or activities for the general public.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Work Context

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  • Electronic Mail — 91% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Structured versus Unstructured Work — 84% responded “A lot of freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Freedom to Make Decisions — 79% responded “A lot of freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Face-to-Face Discussions — 71% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — 81% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Contact With Others — 58% responded “Constant contact with others.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Public Speaking — 56% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Duration of Typical Work Week — 63% responded “More than 40 hours.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Deal With External Customers — 40% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Time Pressure — 45% responded “Once a month or more but not every week.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — 37% responded “Very important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Telephone — 47% responded “Once a week or more but not every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Frequency of Decision Making — 29% responded “Once a month or more but not every week.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — 50% responded “Important results.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Coordinate or Lead Others — 30% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Sitting — 51% responded “More than half the time.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Level of Competition — 43% responded “Moderately competitive.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Work With Work Group or Team — 41% responded “Very important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Letters and Memos — 37% 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
54   Doctoral degree
25   Master’s degree
21   Post-doctoral training

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Credentials

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Interests

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  • Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.See more occupations related to this interest.
  • 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.

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Work Styles

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  • Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.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.
  • Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.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.
  • Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others’ needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.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.
  • Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.See more occupations related to this work style.

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Work Values

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  • 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.
  • 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.

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Related Occupations

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25-1051.00 Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
25-1052.00 Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary
25-1064.00 Geography Teachers, Postsecondary

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Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages (2020) $90,400 annual
State wages
 
Local wages
  
Employment (2020) 16,500 employees
Projected growth (2020-2030) Average (5% to 10%) Average (5% to 10%)
Projected job openings (2020-2030) 1,700
State trends
 
Top industries (2020)
Educational Services

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 Association of Physics Teachers external site
  • American Association of University Professors external site
  • American Astronomical Society external site
  • American Geophysical Union external site
  • American Institute of Physics external site
  • American Meteorological Society external site
  • American Physical Society external site
  • Astronomical Society of the Pacific external site
  • Council of Graduate Schools external site
  • International Astronomical Union external site
  • National Science Teachers Association external site
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook: Postsecondary teachers external site
  • Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society external site
  • Society of Physics Students external site
  • The Optical Society external site

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