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Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
- Annual Median Wage$ 170,690$66,730
$311,760Annual NC Wage Range
Growth Rate
Moderately Growing
- Physicists study the interactions of matter and energy. Theoretical physicists may study the nature of time or the origin of the universe. Some design and perform experiments with sophisticated equipment such as particle accelerators, electron microscopes, and lasers.
What do they typically do
- Develop scientific theories and models to explain the properties of the natural world
- Plan and conduct scientific experiments and studies to test theories and discover properties of matter and energy
- Write proposals and apply for research funding
- Do mathematical calculations to analyze physical and astronomical data
- Design new scientific equipment, such as telescopes and lasers
- Develop computer software to analyze and model data
- Write scientific papers for publication
- Present research findings at conferences and lectures
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth +0.5%Job Opening 13Education & Training
- Education Most require a graduate degree like a master's, Ph.D., M.D., or law degree.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseN/AMore
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