Mathematicians
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Transcript of Mathematicians
Mathematicians
Alan ZhangPeriod 1411/14/13
What does a mathematician do?
• Mathematicians use high-level mathematics and technology to develop new mathematical principles, understand relationships between existing principles, and solve real-world problems. They would also teach on a college level.
Work Environment
• What are the work hours? (full-time, weekends, etc.) 35 to 40 hour week in office buildings or colleges
How to Become One• What kind of education do you need? Masters or doctoral
degree • Do you need to take a test to get a license? no • Do you need a license/certification? no What kind of
license? none • What qualities do you need to have? Communication
skills, critical-thinking skills, and problem-solving skills.
Pay
• How much is the salary? $99,380 per year, $47.78 per hour
Job Outlook
• What is the expected growth in that field? 16 percent
• What is the projected employment? 3,600 Year: 2020
Similar Occupations
• What similar occupations are out there? Actuaries, computer programmers, and computer systems analysts.
Who to Contact For More Information
• American Mathematical Society, Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics, Office of Personnel Management