Accelerator operators assist in the operation of particle accelerator devices; and provide technical assistance in debugging and trouble shooting complex research apparatus. Learn more »
Requirements: Associate's degree and related experience in the field.
Aerospace engineers design aircraft, spacecraft, missiles, and other airborne objects. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree required for entry level positions; Master's degree and passing exam scores on Professional Engineer divcense Exam and the Fundementals of Engineering exam required for Research and higher level positions.
Astronomers apply the principles of physics and mathematics to learn more about the universe by gathering data on the characteristics of planets, moons, stars, and other objects using telescopes and computer programs. Learn more »
Requirements: Ph.D.
Computer scientists solve problems using technology by developing mathematical models capable of computer interaction between people and other computers to solve research questions. Learn more »
Requirements: Master's degree
Data scientists perform data analysis within the realm of building and deploying predictive models which often incorporate machine learning and deep learning protocols. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree; Graduate degrees preferred/common
Energy policy analysts are responsible for developing and implementing energy industry strategies for an organization or government agency. They also lead the investigation and development of new energy business.
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Requirements: Graduate degrees
Forensic firearms examiners are forensic scientists who is are experts in evidence regarding firearms, toolmarks, and ballistics. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree; Some employers require experience in the field via apprenticeships
Materials scientists apply their understanding of metals, ceramics, polymers, composites and electronic materials to develop new products and enhance existing ones. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree
Meteorologists use science and math to understand and predict weather and climate by studying how the atmospheric and weather conditions affect the earth and its human inhabitants. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree required; Graduate degrees preferred/common
Nuclear physicists conduct research projects, which can include harnessing nuclear energy, examining the medicinal properties of nuclear radiation or documenting the breakdown of radioactive nuclear particles. Learn more »
Requirements: Ph.D.
Optical scientists study the ways in which various forms of matter and energy interact. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree for entry level positions; Master's degree or Ph.D. for Research & Teaching positions
Laser engineers create, test and repair lasers in a variety of mechanical and electrical systems.
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Requirements: Bachelor's degree
Patent agents assist inventors during the processing of their patent application on new ideas or inventions. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree; Enrollment with the US Patent and Trademark Office
Solar physicists carry out research towards a better understanding of how solar activity affects the earth and the atmosphere. Learn more »
Requirements: Master's degree or Ph.D.
