I have a B.sc in Biochemistry with 3 years of experience as a technician in a microbiology lab and will have 4 publications soon. My original plan was to go to medical school, but my horrible GPA plus depression has convinced me to steer clear of that route. I'm now looking for a new job and/or to finally make a decision about getting a PhD.

I really don't want a PhD because I don't want to put my life on hold for another 6 years. I don't have a support system and am worried about finances combined with my mental health.

My plan is to move into industry, but I don't know if I should stay on the bench or consider administrative jobs that might have higher earning power and won't require further education.

I would like to learn more about non-bench science jobs and what they entail (and pay). I also would like to hear about people's experience in industry bench jobs and how much you can earn without a PhD, but with comparable experience.