The Job Market

As NSF prepares to help Professional Science Master's programs multiply, employment prospects for graduates of these programs look strong, even in a weak economy.

The demand for mycologists is relatively small, but career opportunities exist in areas from academic research to applied agriculture.

Scientists working in pharma say the industry is among the most direct ways to improve human health.

The defense industry offers opportunities for scientists and engineers that go beyond designing weapons and aircraft.

There are restrictions and limitations on doing for-profit science, but there are also many advantages to joining industry.