Ten Simple Rules for Choosing between Industry and Academia

Just spotted this piece in the current issue of PLoS Computational Biology by David B Searls.

One of the most significant decisions we face as scientists comes at the end of our formal education. Choosing between industry and academia is easy for some, incredibly fraught for others. The author has made two complete cycles between these career destinations, including on the one hand 16 years in academia, as grad student (twice, in biology and in computer science), post-doc, and faculty, and on the other hand 19 years in two different industries (computer and pharmaceutical). The following rules reflect that experience, and my own opinions.

Here's the list:
1. Assess your qualifications
2. Assess your needs
3. Assess your desires
4. Assess your personality
5. Consider the alternatives
6. Consider the timing
7. Plan for the long term
8. Keep your options open
9. Be analytic
10. Be honest with yourself