CST Grad Math PhD Careers & Opportunities

Careers

College of Science and Technology graduate programs are built on a foundation of research with a focus on advancing knowledge and discovering solutions to the most challenging real-world issues. This hands-on approach prepares graduates for careers in academia and industry, or as entrepreneurs in the computer, science and technological fields.

Mathematics PhD graduates typically pursue careers in

computer software,
cyber security,
education,
finance,
government agencies and laboratories,
industry, and
mathematics.

Graduates are prepared for careers as

accountants,
actuaries,
bookkeepers,
computer systems analysts,
cryptographers,
database administrators,
financial analysts,
logisticians,
mathematicians,
operations research analysts and
statisticians.

Career Services

Office of Student Professional Development

The College of Science and Technology Office of Student Professional Development offers assistance to students as they navigate the search for postgraduate positions and research opportunities. The college also hosts job fairs, networking events and workshops.

Learn more about the Office of Student Professional Development.

Job Fairs

The College of Science and Technology job fairs, held each fall and spring semester, are open to undergraduate and master’s-level science and technology majors, as well as alumni of the college. Job fairs typically draw more than 60 employers, including Apex Life Science, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, the city of Philadelphia’s Office of Innovation and Technology, Elsevier, Lockheed Martin, and the Wistar Institute.

The job fairs give you opportunities to

explore potential career paths,
network with Temple alumni and
talk to employers in your field of study.

Learn more about the College of Science and Technology job fairs.

University Career Center

You can visit Temple University’s Career Center for support during your job or internship search. Drop in for a short visit or schedule a 30-minute coaching session to discuss components of your professional profile, including your résumé and LinkedIn presence. You’ll have access to

an assessment of your professional direction,
interview tips and guidance,
job postings for students and alumni,
a listing of job search resources, and
support for job search strategies.

Outcomes

Career opportunities and mid-career salaries for the Mathematics PhD may include the following examples.

Career	Median Salary*
Computer & Information Systems Managers	$139,220.00
Computer Network Architects	$104,650.00
Computer Network Support Specialists	$62,340.00
Computer Systems Analysts	$88,270.00
Database Administrators	$87,020.00
Information Security Analysts	$95,510.00
Network & Computer Systems Administrators	$81,100.00
Operations Research Analysts	$81,390.00
Security Management Specialists	$70,010.00
Security Managers	$105,610.00

* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).