Now I’m working for BigOil.
The story goes like this: I wrote my master thesis on the
theory of elementary particles, a weird but interesting mix of quantum
mechanics and Einstein’s theory of relativity (this mix is called quantum field
theory). When I had received my master degree, I got a job offer within
geophysics, and petroleum exploration.
I discussed this issue with an old professor I got to know.
Should I accept the job offer, or go for a PhD in quantum field theory? This is what
the old professor said:
“It doesn’t really matter which wave equation you solve, but
for some you get better paid.”
It’s probably the best advice I ever got. And I’ve got
education for a life.
