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<p>Ha! Well, if that were truly the case, then one would then expect scientists to be paid better than they are. Many newly minted science PhD’s from top schools - the best science minds of our generation - do not take jobs in science, but instead opt for jobs in consulting or finance because they pay so much better. A scientist with 30 years experience may make less than half of what a starting investment banker makes.</p>