Physicist

Physicists study the nature of the universe and everything included in it. They contemplate and evaluate natural events seen on Earth and in the universe, and develop theories, using mathematics, to explain why those phenomena occur. Theories are then used in human-scale projects to bring new technologies, like computers, lasers, and fusion energy.

Key to Success

To be successful as a physicist you should have/ develop:

Curiosity
Imagination
Initiative
Numerical Ability
problem-solving
Analytical skills.

Scope and opportunities

The three major employers of career physicists are academic institutions, government laboratories, and private industries, with the largest employer being the last. Experienced physicists, apply their skills to other activities, particularly in engineering, computing, and finance. Some physicists opt for additional careers where their knowledge of physics is merged with further training in other disciplines, such as patent law in industry or private practice.

Lifestyle & Social Status

The job is indoor
Well paid
Lot of research

Job Profile

Compute complex calculations as part of the analysis and ascertain data, using computers.
Convey and transform observations and conclusions in mathematical terms.
Study data from research conducted to detect and measure physical phenomena.
Report experimental results by writing papers for scientific journals or by presenting information at scientific conferences.
Develop computer simulations to model physical data to better understand.
Communicate with other scientists in the design, development, and testing of experimental, industrial, or medical equipment, instrumentation, and procedures.
Manage testing and monitoring of contamination of radioactive equipment, and recording of personnel and plant area radiation exposure data.
Notice the structure and properties of matter, and the transformation and propagation of energy, by using equipment such as masers, lasers, and telescopes, in order to explore and identify the basic principles governing these phenomena.
Develop theories and laws by observing and experimenting, and apply to problems in areas such as nuclear energy, optics, and aerospace technology.

Skill set

Critical Thinking.
Analytical skills
Complex Problem Solving
Judgment and Decision Making
Communication skills
Persuasion

Work Value

Challenging
Meet new people
Innovation
Very careful while testing

Current Job Scenario

Assistant Professor (on contractual basis)

Salary: Rs. 15,600 – 39,100 (PB-3) with Academic Grade Pay of Rs. 6,000 . Initial pay in the Pay Band will be Rs. 20,150 and Total Emoluments Rs. 50,075.

Assistant Professor

Salary: Rs. 15,600 – 39,100 (PB-3) with Academic Grade Pay of Rs. 8,000. Initial pay in the Pay Band will be Rs. 30,000 and Total Emoluments Rs. 71,168.

On completion of three years of service as Assistant Professor, shall move to Pay Band of Rs. 37,400-67,000 (PB-4) with an Academic Grade Pay of Rs. 9,000 and will, however, continue to be designated as Assistant Professor.

Associate Professor

Salary: Rs.37,400 – 67,000 (PB-4) with Academic Grade Pay of Rs. 9,500. Initial pay in the Pay Band will be Rs. 42,800 and Total Emoluments Rs. 96,622.

Professor

Salary: Rs.37,400 – 67,000 (PB-4) with Academic Grade Pay of Rs. 10,500. Initial pay in the Pay Band will be Rs. 48,000 and Total Emoluments Rs. 1,07,650.

Top Recruiters

Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Northrop Grumman
Siemens
TIFR
Physical Laboratories
Indian institutes of Science
IIT’s

Course Synopsis

Course Options	B.Sc Physics	MSc Physics	PhD
Academic Eligibility	10+2 PCM aggregate 60%	B.Sc Physics + entrance exam	MSc Physics + entrance exam
Fees	Rs. 10K to Rs. 15K per annum	Rs. 40K per annum	N/A
Expenditure in Metro and Tier-1	Rs. 2lakhs to Rs. 2.5lakhs	Rs. 2lakhs to Rs. 2.5lakhs	Rs. 2lakhs to Rs. 2.5lakhs
Expenditure in Tier-2	Rs. 1.75lakhs to Rs. 2lakhs	Rs. 1.75lakhs to Rs. 2lakhs	Rs. 1.75lakhs to Rs. 2lakhs
Duration	3 Years	2 Years	3 Years
Mode	Full time	Fulltime	Fulltime
Specialization
Approved	UGC	UGC
Affiliation	Respective University	Respective University
Entrance Exam		Yes
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