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> the most desperate people really want that offer I don't think it's great the PhD programs disproportionately attract desperate talent willing to work for po
by forrestthewoods 2y ago
> the most desperate people really want that offer
I don't think it's great the PhD programs disproportionately attract desperate talent willing to work for poverty wages.
I'm not saying the labs need to pay crazy BigTech wages. But the status quo is downright abusive. And nevermind all the perverse incentives around publishing.
- SJC_Hacker 2y agoUnfortunately in many areas its the only way to have a viable career, even if you aren't planning on going in academia (very few can) a PhD is a definite plus / nearly required in many industries.