In a world of perfect choice, what job is more preferable? Academia, you aren't tied to a clock and get some respect from the supervisor. However most schools have no tenure. The students are demanding and there are juggling of hospital clinical with teaching and research.
Federal clinical work has some security, with annual reviews, better benefits, but more intense work and life tied to the clock, but better pay.
Federal clinical work has some security, with annual reviews, better benefits, but more intense work and life tied to the clock, but better pay.