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Miles Kellerman's avatar

I’m not sure working at two universities, engaging in research, and teaching equates to a boring life. But I think your wider point is that social scientists lack experience in non-academic fields. Part of this problem is institutional: academia wants you to conform to the mold you outlined. Take grants. I worked in finance/consulting before joining academia, and there are certain EU grants I don’t qualify for because too much time has passed since my PhD. Beyond maternity leave, the system can’t contemplate the possibility that you did anything else than academia for your entire life (and punishes you do it). It would be wonderful if the industry recognized the value of other experiences and incentivized individuals to exit and return with refreshed perspectives.

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kaaasz's avatar

Oh I love that you name-dropped Vico

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