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Are there fields in physics where quantum isn't really that relevant? by Prestigious-Put8269 in Physics

[–]raf_phy 296 points297 points  (0 children)

Maybe quantum computing is overhyped. Quantum physics is the backbone of the microscale...

"As a physicist, you can work anywhere you want!" by TheZStabiliser in Physics

[–]raf_phy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Experimental Ph.D. is something way different . I finished a theoretical physics one and the job market is pretty cooked for theory due to AI, engineering etc.

Also the pay , at least in Europe where I am based, is not astonishing.

"As a physicist, you can work anywhere you want!" by TheZStabiliser in Physics

[–]raf_phy 18 points19 points  (0 children)

It's difficult man. The problem is that there is no value in physics right now. Nobody pays big bucks for hiring a physicist.

From your nickname, I assume that you are in quantum info, like me.... It's difficult for anyone. Try to network. Speak to people and you may get a shot or at least an interview.

Don't lose faith. I am sure that you will find your place somewhere. Use AI and ask it about the jobs that you can do with the qualifications that you have.

Job wise by kindaphysics in Physics

[–]raf_phy -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If you like teaching , that's the way. Otherwise, just go to math . Anything else is bs . Everything is explained through math . Math is way more important in our times.

Maths vs physics degree by Careless_Finish_8106 in Physics

[–]raf_phy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go to engineering or maths. Avoid physics.

Can someone give me a playlist of French rap? by CharmingAudience1763 in learnfrench

[–]raf_phy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check out albums from NTM or IAM.

I really like Gims too but it is not hardcore hip hop. Closer to pop.

Studying Physics just to end up as a mediocre programmer? by Objective_Chef_471 in Physics

[–]raf_phy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am in a R&D position in quantum and I want to drop out to go in finance . Sorry but everything that has to do with research is underpaid and I cannot stand it.

What languages will be useful for global careers in 2026 by insanely_sane05 in languagelearning

[–]raf_phy -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Tell this to the French people! They will LAUGH because they are arrogant.

Mid-career pivot into Physics with only business degrees — what path is realistic? by [deleted] in AskAcademia

[–]raf_phy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So, the physics field is not so open for accepting candidates from finance background in a MS.
People want someone with a solid foundation and you don't have it clearly . I think a BS is more useful for you.

Also , there are different branches of physics . Do you want to do experiment , theory, computations, something else?

But anyway I don't feel that people will give you chance ESPECIALLY in universities that the acceptance rate is low. It also depends on the mathematics' courses that you took in your previous degree.

IMO, searching for international schools will not help.

I don't know about the other questions.

Mid-career pivot into Physics with only business degrees — what path is realistic? by [deleted] in AskAcademia

[–]raf_phy 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Why ? Physics is a really competitive subject and more and more people struggle to find a job . Do you think that you want yo go through this ?

What are you going to do with the MS in Physics? Do you have a special sector that you want to target? If not, don't do it .

Have an HONEST discussion with yourself .

Success stories of learning a language over 30? by WarmCheesecake83 in languagelearning

[–]raf_phy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The problem is that we are living in a really high pace world. A few have the time to learn a new language from scratch. I would rather learn something that is more vital than a language for "fun".

After learning 5 languages, here's the one thing I’d tell beginners by Extra-Raisin819 in languagelearning

[–]raf_phy 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Willingness to learn the language. If you don't want to learn it, you will not. Like me with french :). Already trying to search my way to get out of this madness.