Career questions tagged phd
Should I pursue a senior project that exposes me to a new area of physics or one that is more in line with what I believe I'll want to do as a career?
Currently, I don't have a clear idea as to what I want to do after graduation. I'll definitely apply to PhD programs, but I don't know what field I want to specialize in. Right now I'm most interested in optics, laser physics, and math. For my senior project, I'm tasked with choosing a research advisor I'll work with for my final year of undergrad. The first professor is amazing. We have a great relationship, and I know I'll have an excellent experience working with him. His project deals with a field I'm interested in but don't have experience with. We would work with nanomaterials and fabrication - a lot of hands on lab skills. The other professor seems super cool. I don't know him at all, but his project deals with optics, lasers, and orbital mechanics. He's also working in collaborations with aerospace companies I'm interested in. I'm learning toward the first prof because chemistry with your advisor is so important since you'll be working with them for a whole year. I'll also be taking electives and labs in optics next year so it's not like I'll be missing out on the material. And at the end of the day, I think exploring options is the goal of the undergrad experience. Am I making the right choice? #math #college #capstone #senior-project #undergrad #phd #undergraduate #optics #last-physics #microelectronic-engineering #engineering #physics #research #research-advisor
Which came first, the PhD or the PhD advisor?
This has been bugging me. #college-major #professor #phd #science-phd
Is an MBA more useful than a PhD if I want to keep my options open?
I'm a 3rd year physics major at RIT and still have no idea what I want to do for a living once I graduate. I've heard that our MBA program is great, and I've been enjoying business-related work in my current job. Though I'm not sure what physics and business could combine to make me uniquely qualified for... I'd appreciate any thoughts! #physics #college #physics-major #mba #phd #business #science #stem
Are two semesters of undergraduate research experience too little for PhD application? I missed out on a summer worth of research due to COVID. Do I still have a chance?
#biochemistry #gradschool #PhD #undergraduateresearch #graduateschool #STEM
Is psychology a good choice of career?
Hey! Let me tell you a bit about myself. I like helping people A LOT. Understanding and empathizing with people are my dominant qualities. I like learning about human behaviour and cognitive functions. When I'm in a group, I can really absorb the feeling of others, I know when someone is uncomfortable, insecure, troubled etc . it comes to me naturally. But I am not sure if psychology has much scope in the future, or if it is a job that people look up to. (I am also a big people pleaser. I know, I'm not proud of it. Sorry!) I am very sure that if I end up being a psychologist, I will be truly happy because emotionally supporting a person will not just be my job, It'll be something I love doing. #psychology #psychologist #PhD #advice #Career-choice
Is there any career where Genetics and Cancer research morphs into a single job?
I am drawn to genetic studies and also, I find myself really interested in Cancer treatment and research. I want to contribute to the advancements in Cancer research. I wanted to know if there are any courses through which I can become a Cancer researcher. Which course is it? What should I do after school to get that degree? How long will it take for the completion of that degree and where can I work after that? What's the average salary and what does the whole process look like? #research #biology #science #medicine #phD #lab #cancer
Is it better to select an established PI rather than an up and coming PI for my PhD in the US? What are the advantages and disadvantages of both?
#PhD #gradschool # #science-phd #research #biochemistry
Is studying biology or biomedcial engeneering as an undergraduate beter if I want to attend medical school after college?
I am visiting colleges this summer and trying to determine my course of study in college. I currently want to be either a Orthopedic Surgeon, Cardiologist, or Neurologist. #professor #pre-med #phd #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care #neuroscience #orthopedics #cardiology
How is graduate school for Biomedical Engineers, in terms of getting a PhD?
#phd #graduate-school #doctorate-degree #biomedical engineering
Would a double major followed by a PhD be too much?
I don't want to spend the rest of my life in school, but I do want to teach at the college level. I'm debating between getting my PhD in history or English/writing. Would it be too much of a hassle to double major and then decide? #double-major #phd #history #writing #creative-writing
What are some of the jobs available for someone with a PhD in English?
I want a PhD in English, and I want to be a college professor. However, I would like to know some of the other options for that careers with that degree. #college #higher-education #english #phd
Advice for PhD application
Hello, When applying to PhD's what do you think looks more attractive for admissions, a Master's without a thesis while working in a research lab or a Master's with a thesis? I have a low undergrad GPA and am trying to make up for it with a Master's before a biology PhD. #college #biology #gpa #phd
Is it possible to complete a psychology PhD under a faculty member in a different department?
I'm looking into psychology graduate programs, particularly looking for researchers who study sexuality/relationships. People in this area vary in their actual department - for example, some are in sociology, communications, medicine, social work, etc. which vary pretty drastically from psych in terms of how the departments operate. If someone in a department like this is studying something I'm very interested in from a psychology perspective, would I be able to somehow complete my PhD under them? Can I do that by having a co-advisor in the psych department and if so, what might be the criteria for finding an advisor in psych? #psychology #research #grad-school #social-work #psychiatry #communications #sociology #graduate-school #phd #admissions #applications #college #medicine
What is the gender gap like in upper level sciences, first hand?
I am a female, high school senior considering a career path in upper level mathematics, academia and research. I am very concerned with underrepresentation of women and I would like to know of any first hand experiences. Researching online I find a lot of statistics, but I would like more. Has the situation gotten better or what can I do to prepare to break some glass ceilings? #women-in-stem #stem #stemcareers #mathematics #science #phd #science-phd #computer-science-phd #phdbound #research #academia #professor #graduate-school
How difficult would it be to create a dissertation for a PHD? Does difficulty depend on field of study?
I am in college currently, hoping to pursue a PHD someday, just want to be prepared for when it happens. #college #professor #student #graduate-school #graduate #phd #college-student
Why are there so few fully funded PhD programs in psychology?
#phd #gradstudent #psychology
How much does accountants generally make?
I would like to know more about accounting #accounting #masters #phd #bachelors-degree #banker #buyers #investors #sellers
How long does it take to get a Phd
I need a time limit so I can plan out my future. #phd #social-science-phd
What career options are there for economics majors?
I am studying economics at Brown; I really like how economic thinking can solve problems, but I am not a huge fan of math (I do not plan to take any beyond statistics and Calc II which are required). I am very interested in public policy, but more from an applied microeconomics view (rather than macro policy). I'm not super interested in finance/consulting/business, but I haven't ruled it out. I think teaching and research would be super cool, but I know getting an economics Phd is a lot of math. What career options would y'all suggest? #economics #policy #professor #career #phd #government #research
Is it possible to get a job in the research industry, not academia, with a PhD in biomedical science?
I'm interested in pursuing a job as a researcher and was wondering about whether it would be possible for me to work in research in the industry. #research #phd #medical-research #biomedical-science #science-phd
What are ways to pay for a PhD. in Clinical Psychology?
#doctorate-degree #financial-planning #psychology #phd #finance #financial-aid #scholarships #stipends #clinical-psychology #therapy
I am confused. Please help
I am planning to work in a company like Illumina, Moderna, Genentech, or something similar. My question is what should I major in. Also how long do I need to study? Do I need to have a Ph.D.? What is the entry-level salary? Major in Bioinformatics Major In computer science and minor in Biology. #biology #Bioinformatics #phd #in
Which universities have great physics graduate programs?
I'm looking to get my PhD in physics, optical engineering, particle physics, or a related field. Since it's the end of my 3rd year as an undergraduate, it's time for me to start thinking about applications! #PhD #physics #grad-school #optics #optical-engineering #particle-physics #research
Is getting a psychologist job even possible without higher education?
And by higher education I mean graduate school. Is it even possible to become a psychologist if I don't plan on going into graduate school? #psychology #graduate-school #masters #phd #graduate-programs
Is it worth earning higher than a bachelor's when pursuing a career in environmental engineering?
I plan to get a bachelor's degree in environmental engineering for sure, but would it be worth the time, money($40K/yr at the school I am looking at), and effort to work towards a master's or PhD? #engineering #environmental-engineering #money #debt #degrees #bachelors-degree #bachelorsdegree #masters-degree #mastersdegree #phd #environmental-science #environment #environmental #career-path #career-paths #career-planning #career-plan