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Helping you find a career in the physicist industry

The job of a physicist is to conduct scientific experiments and research into the way the world is structured. Due to the complex nature of their job, most physicists will specialise in a very specific area, such as quantum mechanics, particle physics or atomic physics.

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FAQs

What does a Physicist do?

Although your exact day to day tasks will depend on your specialism, you will undertake at least some of the following:

Undertaking research in your specialism
Conducting experiments
Writing research papers
Lecturing undergraduate students
Creating presentations on your findings

What skills and interests should an Physicist have?

A physicist needs:

What hours does a Physicist typically do?

Although exact working hours will depend on the exact role you fulfil, physicists generally work between 35 and 40 hours a week.

What environment is a Physicist based in?

A university or laboratory.

How much does a Physicist travel?

Depending on your specialism, there may be opportunities for extensive travel across the UK and overseas.

How much does a Physicist get paid?

At the very start of your physics career, you can expect to earn between £21,000 and £35,000 a year.

The more experienced you become, the more your salary will rise, with experienced physicists earning in the region of £35,000 and £75,000 a year, depending on their exact role.

What qualifications does a Physicist need?

To become a physicist you must have at least an undergraduate degree in physics or a maths related subject.

However, most research positions also require either an MSc or PhD.

Useful subjects to study at school & university

Physics
Maths