Working in physics

This section features practising physicists and it looks at how they use their physics on a daily basis, in areas ranging from 'the science of fine art' to 'nuclear physics'.

This section is useful if you are researching careers in which you can use your physics knowledge in a practical way.

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Scientist for hire

Jeffrey Philippson

Specialised technology companies and academic research are not the only ways of building a career using your skills as a physicist. Technology consultant Jeffrey Philippson shares his enthusiasm for a more varied option

last edited: May 01, 2013



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