Career Trends Industry or Academia: Where do I fit in?

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 Based on my career goals and my skills, am I better off in academia or in industry?

If this is a question you have grappled with, rest assured, you are not alone.  Trying to decide which career path to pursue is one of the most frequently discussed topics on ScienceCareers.org. With the increasing limited availability of academic positions, scientists must evaluate their options more critically than ever before and consider options beyond the typical academic path.

This collection of Science Careers articles presents scenarios from both industry and academia—offering advice from advancing in one’s academic career to preparing for a career in pharmaceuticals to investigating the benefits of a biotech training program. We invite you to read about opportunities that you may not have previously considered.

Ultimately, only you can decide what path will best suit you, but we want to offer as much information and advice as possible so you can make an informed decision that leads to a fulfilling scientific career.

Science Careers, published by Science and AAAS, offers the key resources you need to advance your career. Thousands of searchable jobs from industry, academia, and government are available in print and online. The free website also offers scientists Job Alert e-mails, Career Advice, a Resume/CV Database, and more. Visit ScienceCareers.org today. Your future awaits.