Mathematicians

Alan ZhangPeriod 1411/14/13

What does a mathematician do?

• Mathematicians use high-level mathematics and technology to develop new mathematical principles, understand relationships between existing principles, and solve real-world problems. They would also teach on a college level.

Work Environment

• What are the work hours? (full-time, weekends, etc.) 35 to 40 hour week in office buildings or colleges

How to Become One• What kind of education do you need? Masters or doctoral

degree • Do you need to take a test to get a license? no • Do you need a license/certification? no What kind of

license? none • What qualities do you need to have? Communication

skills, critical-thinking skills, and problem-solving skills.

Pay

• How much is the salary? $99,380 per year, $47.78 per hour

Job Outlook

• What is the expected growth in that field? 16 percent

• What is the projected employment? 3,600 Year: 2020

Similar Occupations

• What similar occupations are out there? Actuaries, computer programmers, and computer systems analysts.

Who to Contact For More Information

• American Mathematical Society, Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics, Office of Personnel Management