Hi

I'm currently applying for PhDs in behavioural/developmental genetics.I've had an interview and am having a nother next week, but Im worried that they might not pan out.

What would be my options if they didn't? How else would I get into research/academia? I thought about getting a lab technician job then applying for a PhD with a but more experience behind me, but are there any other options? Are there any industry funded PhDs in behavioural/developmental genetics?

I'm not sure about your specific research area but you could look in to Research Assistant positions instead (or PGRAs) - do you have a masters? If you were successful as an applicant for an RA post you can usually study for a PhD part-time or integrate your research in to a thesis and publications. You would have to speak to your supervisors though about time-scales, other responsibilities you will have etc to make sure you are balancing your RA work and PhD study.