Working Conditions for MathematiciansMathematicians usually work in comfortable offices. They often are part of an interdisciplinary team that may include economists, engineers, computer scientists, physicists, technicians, and others. Deadlines, overtime work, special requests for information or analysis, and prolonged travel to attend seminars or conferences may be part of their jobs. Mathematicians who work in academia usually have a mix of teaching and research responsibilities. These mathematicians often conduct research alone, or are aided by graduate students interested in the topic being researched. More information on Mathematicians from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook Overview of Mathematicians occupation Number of Mathematicians in the U.S. Salary and earnings for Mathematicians Working conditions for Mathematicians Significant points for Mathematicians Training requirements for Mathematicians Labor Information Home | Occupational data by city | Search Rainforests | Madagascar | What's new |