Astrophysicist's Salary

I have completed PhD in Astrophysics and now looking for good job so please suggest me average Salary of Astrophysicist and what are the job duties of Astrophysicist?

[Kiran Chandar]

As you have completed PhD in Astrophysics which is the study of the physics of universe. Now you are scientists that study the physical components of celestial objects. You have many job opportunities in Abroad but less in India.

As per one online survey Astrophysicists who were working in government fields in 2013 earn average $57,000 to $131,000 in a year. Other astrophysicist positions in private sector are ranged from $55,000 to $93,000 annually. So you have many job opportunities and you will earn good salary on the post of Astrophysicist. There are many research institutes in India or in Abroad which recruit Astrophysicist and offer good salary.


Astrophysicist’s Job Duties

• Develop and explain theories regarding how the universe functions

• Coordinate data obtained from various sources

• Test hypotheses by performing calculations

• Publish scientific papers for publication

• Use theoretical models to compare data and align images

• May instruct university courses

• Interpret and analyze data obtained from various instruments such as ground and space telescopes as well as satellites