Choosing to work in academia requires one to enjoy working in the lab and doing research for most of the career, and possibly teaching. Working in this field does have it’s perks as one’s hours are flexible.

Choosing to work in industry is much different. This requires a whole different setting as well as a whole different environment. Like many have said, most projects are short term and allow for instant gratification. In industry, there is research that is done and its’ main focus revolves around current issues, while academia revolves around long-term issues.

Both of these fields require different interests in an individual. If one prefers research and possible teaching, one would enjoy working in academia. If one prefers instant gratification with a set time with multiple short-term tasks, one would enjoy working in industry.

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