Agreed. The AIS job will have higher direct impact, but career transitions and relocating are both difficult. Before taking the plunge, I’d suggest people consider whether they would be happy with the move. And whether they have thought through some of the sacrifices involved, for instance, if the transition to AIS research is only partially successful, would they be happy spending time on non-research activities like directing funds or advising talent?
Thanks for your comments Ryan :) I think I would be ok if I try and fail; of course I would prefer a lot more succeding, but I think I am happier if I know I’m doing the best I can do than if I try to compare myself to some unattainable level.
That being said there is some sacrifice as you mention particularly in having learned a new research area and also in spending time away, both of which you understand :)
Agreed. The AIS job will have higher direct impact, but career transitions and relocating are both difficult. Before taking the plunge, I’d suggest people consider whether they would be happy with the move. And whether they have thought through some of the sacrifices involved, for instance, if the transition to AIS research is only partially successful, would they be happy spending time on non-research activities like directing funds or advising talent?
Thanks for your comments Ryan :) I think I would be ok if I try and fail; of course I would prefer a lot more succeding, but I think I am happier if I know I’m doing the best I can do than if I try to compare myself to some unattainable level. That being said there is some sacrifice as you mention particularly in having learned a new research area and also in spending time away, both of which you understand :)