Dear Forum: I am in my 7th year of PhD at a reputed institute in India. I have two papers in review in good international journals (Above 5 Impact factor). I should be able to complete my thesis and paper in a year's time. I am confused what should I do after my PhD. My English and social skills are just average. I enjoy talking to my peers and juniors about research, like what they are doing and how they are doing, and I contribute to the discussion. I like learning science. But I am not sure if I like bench work!
I also do not read many papers across various fields. I have read vigorously about my field but not across different areas. I was once a topper in my college and all my friends are earning very good money, being in sales jobs and In spite of being intelligent, I am at a crossroads with no future in sight. Perhaps a postdoc?
One strong reason I feel I should do a postdoc is that I get to meet new people, new science, new culture, new country. Should I go for a postdoc, or join industry, perhaps the pharma industry. Please help I am unable to decide by my own. A little help will be appreciated.