People are using physics in their jobs in many unique and exciting ways today—ways you might not even imagine! An asset manager? A video game designer? A fashion technologist? A fighter pilot? All with physics educations! Read, listen, and watch video clips about some of these people and the many different career paths that are possible with a degree in physics. Go to physicist profiles... Featured Profile: Dr. Madhulika Guhathakurta As a NASA astrophysicist, Dr. Madhulika Guhathakurta (also known as Lika) has had the opportunity to work as a scientist, mission designer, instrument builder, directing and managing science programs and teacher and spokesperson for NASA's mission and vision in the Heliophysics Division. Occasionally, she performs all of these roles in a single day. Profile | Video Interview (requires RealPlayer) More Profiles: By Highest Degree | By Job Sector | By Hidden Physicists

Salaries Strong for Scientists and Engineers
Employers are projecting a 16% increase in college hiring in 2007-08, the fifth consecutive year of double-digit increases, and starting salaries are reflecting this positive growth, according to the 22nd edition of Salaries of Scientists, Engineers and Technicians: A Summary of Salary Surveys, recently released by the Commission on Professionals in Science and Technology. See key findings...

Sloan adds profiles on associate degrees that lead to STEM careers
The Sloan Career Cornerstone Center, one of this site's sponsors, has recently expanded to include profiles of accredited associate degrees that lead to careers in science, engineering, and healthcare. Recently added fields which require an associate's degree include Physical Therapist Assistant, Dental Hygienist, and Respiratory Therapist. Science technicians will be added in the near future. Over 135 fields are currently profiled on the site. Each field profile includes educational requirements, salary data, employment information, and a brief overview of the work life and responsibilities of those working in the area. Another new site section demystifies the academic degree options available in the United States. Visit the Sloan Career Cornerstone Center...

Astronomy Cast Episode 67: Building a Career in Astronomy
Hosted by Fraser Cain (Universe Today) and Dr. Pamela L. Gay (SIUE)
With all the enthusiasm that’s being generated with astronomy, it’s had a bit of a strange side-effect. We’ve been causing some of our listeners to have midlife crises about their careers. We’ve had other people who just want advice – they’re moving into college for the first time and they want to direct the courses they’re going to be taking into astronomy. Some other people already have skills that are very useful and have wondered how they can help up or even change their career to be working in the field. We thought we’d try and answer everyone’s questions all at once and just run through the major career paths you can take that relate to astronomy and space, and the kinds of things you’ll need to do to actually make yourself a good candidate for that field. Broadcast & Transcript...

FOCUS on Students: Writing a Résumé
By Robert W. Vallin
A résumé is a listing of your education, skills, activities and achievements. It should be a concise history (two pages, maximum) which shows why you are qualified for a particular job. Note that a curriculum vitae (CV) is not the same as a résumé.
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FOCUS is published by the Mathematical Association of America.

Other Sweet Stuff: Watch the CUP movie about an alien, a physics degree, and a life lesson. Requires Flash   Landing Your First Job: A Field Guide for Physics Students Excerpts from this popular book can assist you in putting your best, most knowledgeable foot forward when searching for a new job!