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If you enjoy solving puzzles and have

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a good head for numbers, you might be interested

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in a career as a mathematician.

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These workers use equations to solve

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both academic and real-life problems.

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Theoretical mathematicians use equations to develop new rules,

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disprove existing mathematical theories, or create new ones.

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They may develop methods to solve problems

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emerging from science and engineering fields.

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They often work for research firms or teach math 

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and conduct research at colleges and universities.

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Applied mathematicians address

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an almost endless variety of problems,

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from making aircraft more aerodynamic,

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to programming models for a video game,

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to designing and deciphering encryption systems

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for the military and financial industries.

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Applied mathematicians work in industry and government,

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dealing with robotics, pharmaceuticals,

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space exploration, and more!

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Despite the differences between applied

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and theoretical mathematics,

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these areas often overlap.

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Many mathematicians, particularly those in government

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or private industry, use both applied

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and theoretical knowledge in their job duties.

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Mathematicians, however, are a relatively small occupation.

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Most people with a degree in mathematics

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or who develop mathematical theories and models

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work in related fields and professions, such as information technology.

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Some become math teachers in a middle school or high school.

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This typically requires a math degree and a teaching credential.

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Government jobs require at least a bachelor’s degree in math.

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For private industry jobs, a master's degree or Ph.D.

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is usually expected, and in academia, a Ph.D. is needed.

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So, is this challenging career in a fast-growing field

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the right choice for you?

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You do the math.