<p>Yo, wondering about the depth in computer science, maths and theoretical physics versus fields like chemistry, economics, linguistics, biology, and geology, etc. Am I wrong to have the impression that the left side is deeper, harder, more maths intensive and alltogether just better? Linguistics ain't very math dependent, but seems like a young and simple field. Econ involves different type of skill other than maths, namely psychology, but can that even be called hard? The other fields I named also seems second class.</p>
<p>Also, what about philosophy? Seems dead and ignored for the most part. Any differing viewpoints?</p>
<p>I'm also interested in how easy it is to get a job as a researcher. I've heard and read unusual stories - no place for newcomers in physics, math field is full, etc, CS full of new fields to explore, medical is cutthroat, etc. Look at the following</p>
<p>Science</a> not seen as good career choice - The Scientist Community - debate. relate. collaborate.</p>
<p>The first link is full of horror stories from the medical field. The second is shocking. My interpretation of the data is that one spends tons of time just reading other people's work in medical sciences. But I want to chase scientific success and make a name for my self, not read other people's works... Thus CS and maths seem better, just get to the problems, simple and easy. Probably less paperwork and teaching too. And about that, what's the best way to avoid those two things in academia? One way or the other, thanks for any help you can provide. :D</p>