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WSJ: Study Finds Mathematician Best Job
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WSJ: Study Finds Mathematician Best Job
Wall Street Journal article ranks Mathematicians above 200 other careers
The Wall Street Journal published a study today claiming that mathematician is the best career when considering such factors as working conditions and income potential. In fact many of their top ranking careers draw heavily on mathematics and problem solving.

1. Mathematician
2. Actuary
3. Statistician
4. Biologist
5. Software Engineer
6. Computer Systems Analyst

You can read more commentary and find links to the article from the Metroplex Math Circle site:

http://metroplexmathcircle.wordpress.com/2009/01/06/wsj-survey-says-mathematician-best-job/

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Similar studies have been done over the years.

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