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A Question About Changing Careers to Astronomy

-- | April 7, 2016

Question: I am Viraj Mulay,24 from India. I am very passionate about astronomy and the related topics like stars,planets,milkyway,blackholes,etc since childhood. Unfortunately i could not pursuing career in astronomy. I am currently working in finance department and not satisfied with my current work profile. Kindly guide me shall i pursue astronomy as hobby or still i can switch it as my profession. — Viraj

Answer: You should take a look at the Careers in Astronomy section of this blog for past questions and answers regarding a career in astronomy. Your situation is not unusual, so I believe that you can find some useful information in our careers section.

Jeff Mangum

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