Creating a career in physics with Kromek
At Kromek, we have jobs for physicists from different backgrounds to work on our research challenges, radiation detector products and medical imaging products.
Some of our recent research challenges are:
These are just a few things our physic teams are working on at the minute.
Physics careers in the UK at Kromek
We have two offices in the UK and both employ physicists.
Physics careers in the USA at Kromek
Our main US site at Zelienople Pennsylvania also employs physicists. This site is one of our
We have two types of areas that our physicists work in within Kromek:
Of course, there are many jobs you can get with a physics degree, including:
The Cheeky Scientist website lists a top ten of alternative careers for PhD science graduates which is another source of inspiration.
What do Kromek’s physicists do?
Kromek’s physics teams work in the radiation, x-ray, particle and space areas of physics. Below we have some of the team describing the work they do inside Kromek.
Peter Rhodes, Technology Lead, talks through what it’s like being a physicist at Kromek and some of the interesting work he has been involved in.
Alex describes how he became a physicist, why he specialised in radiation physics and what it is like being a radiation physicist at Kromek
To become a physicist you need to ensure that you are studying STEM subjects at school. Some examples of these subjects are:
By studying STEM subjects at school or college (pre-university) you’re getting broad training in skills that all employers value. As well as learning about how the universe works, you will gain the ability to grasp concepts quickly, the determination to find coherent answers, as well as problem-solving, mathematical, analytical and IT skills.
When applying for university, there are two categories of physics degrees; the Bachelor degree and the integrated Masters degree (MPhys or MSci)
Physics grads have a wealth of career opportunities, the various skills that studying physics develops are useful far beyond the lab and are valued in a vast range of careers.
So, whether you already have a physics degree or are just thinking about studying the subject at university/college, you’ll want to take some time to think about your long-term options and decide what would suit you best.
Physicists work in a laboratory, workshop or factory, or outdoors carrying out fieldwork. You may have to wear protective clothing for some jobs to prevent contamination and contact with hazardous substances. Fieldwork is likely to involve travel and working away from home, possibly for weeks or months at a time.
Physicists work and specialise across a range of sectors. Some sectors could be:
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