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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]If your passion is research take 2. I'm a (not science) prof at a teaching institution and  this is my passion but I will be honest: the service an interpersonal stuff is a huge huge part of the job. I don't know how lab research-focused scientists do it if they don't prefer this environment.

That said, the lower bar for tenure is real, and I find my peace of mind to be consistent and the balance is nice.

Money: I am married to a high earner. The pay is low with little room to grow. Grant money is not life changing.

If you are single and looking for a partner and love research, choose 2. You can always adjunct or partner with a university and attempt to pivot to a lower stress teaching-focused tt job later. [/quote]

Thanks for sharing and the great advice! Yes, my next chapter in life is career and start a family (if I find the right person).[/quote]

Great! To be clear, I am living choice #1 and I love it. But I'm just trying to be real about it. [/quote]

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