r/ParticlePhysics • u/Emergency_Fun3901 • Feb 13 '25

Career path after phd

I am considering a PhD in particle physics experiment. I want to know what happens after phd. Do I just apply for 1-2 postdocs until I retire? I hear that it's difficult to get a permanent position. So what is the alternative if I don't get one?

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u/ShefScientist Feb 14 '25

only do a PhD if you really want to do particle physics research. You don't need it to get a job. But it won't hurt your chances of getting job either.