Employment Opportunities:
Graduates of the Department of Physics at the University of Jordan are equipped with advanced theoretical knowledge and strong practical skills that are highly sought after across a wide range of sectors in Jordan, the MENA region, and globally. The program’s emphasis on applied and theoretical physics, modern instrumentation, materials science, and energy aligns closely with current global priorities such as technological innovation, renewable energy, scientific research, and advanced diagnostics.
Key Employment Sectors
1. Research Centers and Academic Institutions
Scientific research in theoretical, experimental, and applied physics
University-level teaching and technical education
Positions in specialized research centers (materials science, nuclear physics, energy research).
2. Industrial and Technological Sectors
Electronics, semiconductor, and advanced materials industries
Laboratories for testing, calibration, and quality control
Pharmaceutical and petrochemical industries
Nuclear facilities and radiation physics applications.
3. Energy Sector
Renewable energy companies (solar and wind)
Conventional power plants
System design and performance analysis of photovoltaic installations
Energy auditing and optimization.
4. Medical and Healthcare Fields
Medical physics and radiation therapy
Diagnostic imaging departments in hospitals
Cancer treatment centers and medical equipment operation.
5. Governmental Bodies and Regulatory Agencies
Energy and Minerals Regulatory Commission
Jordan Atomic Energy Commission
Ministry of Education (teaching and curriculum development)
Civil Defense and public safety units (radiation and hazardous materials).
6. Information Technology and Telecommunications
Telecommunications infrastructure and signal processing
Data analysis, modeling, and scientific computing
Software development and algorithm design
Cybersecurity roles benefiting from strong analytical foundations.
7. International Organizations and NGOs
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
UNESCO and programs supporting education and scientific development
UN agencies working in energy, sustainability, and technology
NGOs focusing on water, environment, renewable energy, and resilience
Key Employability Strengths of Physics Graduates
Strong analytical and mathematical abilities
Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Proficiency in laboratory work and advanced scientific instruments
Competence in scientific software (MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, COMSOL)
Experience in modeling, simulation, and data analysis
Research experience through senior projects and thesis-based work
High proficiency in English
Flexibility to integrate into multiple interdisciplinary fields.