Aug 7, 2017Yes, absolutely.
Astronomy is a basic science, meaning that astronomy jobs are found at (usually) publicly funded universities, observatories, ,Aug 7, 2017Yes, absolutely.
My experience is that everyone who is seriously committed eventually does well careerwise.
I got hooked to astronomy as a
Are Astronomers unemployed?
Job opportunities are limited, but astronomers can usually obtain research grants anywhere in the world. Although they are not always employed in astronomy itself, astronomers are seldom unemployed, because of their high level of training in Physics.
Do Astronomers need a PhD?
Most employers of astronomers require a Ph.D. for independent work, so this is typically a highly important aspect of preparing for the job. During a Ph.D. program in astronomy, you can study subjects like physics and mechanics, stellar astrophysics and interstellar gas and radiation processes.
How do I get a job in astronomy?
Honestly, most astronomy jobs require that you have a PhD. So after high school, you need to go to college for an undergraduate degree in Astronomy or a related field, and then go to grad school in Astronomy to get your PhD. Most of the people who have made it that far were probably good students back in high school.
