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Thanks for that info. Is there an alternative to this in England?

Yes sorry it would be more of a technician role. would a trainee role be based on voluntary work or is it an actual job position? thanks for the replies.

My main interest would be to hopefully work for the NHS as a biomedical scientist or something of similar work relations.

Hi Science Forums If educated to an a-level standard (working towards degree level) are there any entry level jobs in biochemistry or molecular biology which would offer great experience for future positions?

A list of current research undertaken by the astrophysics department Dynamics of nearby galaxies. Mapping the epoch of galaxy formations. Linking mass and light in the universe. Astrophysical simulation particle cosmology Formation and evolution of the galaxies Dark matter And measuring galaxy bias. This is the area i'm most interested in within physics and have stated that to the professor.

I believe the answer is yes to both of these. Thank you

I spoke to the professor over the phone, he said it would require some training at my current level. I imagine it will just be helping out on some research at the physics and astronomy labs.

Hi SF Just a quick question regarding something. I have a meeting with the physics and astronomy Professor at my local University with the promise of completing some voluntary work and hopefully moving on to something more permanent when i have completed more study. My question is there anything in particular you could advise on the matter to help me come across as someone the University could really use or would it be similar to a standard interview?. Thanks in advance for the replies.

This quote above answers my question perfectly and i understand the fact that it can be incredibly difficult to find a Phd related job in physics and that as well as an age/time factor was the point of my inital question. I do love physics but completing several years of graduate education in the thought of not aquiring a job with resonable pay is im afraid to say unrealistic for me as i do own a house and the cost to run a car etc. Thank you again everyone for the replys.as the above advice suggests i will continue on my goal towards achieve physics (Bsc, ma, Phd) but not at the risk of putting all my eggs in one basket so to speak.

Thanks for the replies really helpful info I can imagine it would be very difficult to obtain a university position but would another acceptable graduate route be through medical physics of some sorts?

There are a few general research fellow/ lecturing positions in my area (leicestershire) but obviously they depend heavily on the specialist area of physic subjects your expertise is in. But thinking ahead this much is pointless at this time.

Thank you for the speedy reply. In regards to the competitive side of physics careers is this based on particular job roles or physics roles in general?

Hi SF This is my first post on the science forums and my question is a simple one, yet puzzles me everyday. I am planning next September on joining a university on a physics and astronomy degree. My question to fellow SF members is at 26 currently (27 next sept) am i too late to make a career in physical science? this is a career change for me but for as long as i can remember physics and science in general has fascinated me but has been kept has a hobby and a subject of some volunteer work. Any input on the matter would be very much appreciated.