[sdurugu]

I am a Masters graduate in Bioengineering with over an year of work experience with a top Biomedical device company in product development. However, I have decided to make a switch to academia to spend more time on core research projects. I have an offer right now from a reputed academic institution with a salary offer in the range of $40,000-$45,000/annum. Unfortunately I am not familiar with the academic environment and I need some feedback on the current trends and whether this is a good offer for my level of experience taking into consideration the current economic conditions. To give you more information, I am highly interested in the research project and I am provided with a competitive benefits package. What are some of the options for future career growth for research specialists 1) if they stick to academic research 2) if they wish to diverge to an industrial career? Thank you for your time and attention. Could you give me some pointers on what aspects to consider when considering an academic job offer?

[elisegrdge]

I think there will be no problem at all. At the outset, you face some inconveniences, but soon this will settle up. And any time you can also switch to industrial career as per your choice too...