Astrophysicist Career

*A job as an Astrophysicist falls under the broader career category of Astronomers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Astronomers : Observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems.


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Astronomer Career

What Should I Major in to Become an Astronomer?

These college majors are closest related to this career (actual program names will vary from school to school).

Required Education



Post-Doctoral Training usually needed for this career