9 Surprisingly Cool Government Jobs

9 Surprisingly Cool Government Jobs

<a href="http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/305267000" target="_blank">Physical Scientist</a>

Salary: $75,057 to $97,573
Paging Dr. Strangelove! The Defense Threat Reduction Agency is looking for a scientist who has mastery in nuclear chemistry, nuclear physics, or nuclear engineering and can advise officials in order "to prevent, protect from, respond to, and recover from radiological/nuclear (R/N) threats or incidents." An added perk: "This position authorizes the incumbent to carry a firearm."

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