Only if you want to....Its hard being poor for a long time, but if you love what you do, it's easier. My chosen profession's salary is based pretty much on how much money you bring in through your grants for research. No grants, no money. Lots of grants, lots of money. There is a baseline salary at most institutions, although its not exactly a salary to brag about, and certainly not anything like what financiers make. Big pharma can be good money if you have the qualifications and how to get up the corporate ladder, but its not guaranteed, and though it can be comfortable, it'll rarely be as much as some other jobs I can think of.
I can get you starting 411, though if you're interested
