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Working as a physical scientist, sometimes called a geoscientist, involves the study of non-living natural systems like the climate, materials, or physics. We can help you find out more about working in physical sciences, how to get a job in the field, and where your career could take you.
As a physical scientist you’ll enjoy well-defined career pathways that have a clear focus on delivering research outputs.
You’ll likely start working in an industrial setting alongside or after your studies. As you gain experience, you may become more involved in project management and the supervision of other scientists. For academic roles, publishing research and securing funding are the key to your progression to senior levels.
Becoming an independent consultant is possible if you have an area of expertise and the experience to attract paying clients.
Most physical scientists will complete postgraduate qualifications, and PhDs in particular, to gain expertise and progress in their field. Universities offer additional training to PhD and post-doctoral students which will help you excel in your field.
In industry, graduate training programmes can be a great way to gain professional research experience. Professional institutes like the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) and the Institute of Physics (IOP) can also offer you valuable training and networking opportunities.
As you gain more experience, you may be able to apply to be a chartered scientist (CSci) which formally recognises your expertise and shows your professional commitment.
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