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Astronomer
Explores the universe
Demand: Steady Space & Stars Science Experiments Maths & Puzzles
What they do
Studies stars, planets and galaxies using telescopes and computers to answer big questions about the universe.
Try it now
Track the Moon's shape for a month and sketch it each night.
Study path
Degree in physics or astronomy, then a doctorate for research jobs.
Future outlook
New giant telescopes produce huge amounts of data, so coding is a big plus.