The conversation between human and AI assistant.
Should I resign from my job and back to work in an academic research lab before applying PhD in CS?
How would leaving my job affect my chances of getting into a PhD program?
That's hard to say without knowing more about your specific circumstances, but generally speaking, having research experience can only help your chances of getting into a PhD program. Admissions committees are looking for applicants who are passionate about research and have the skills and experience to succeed in a doctoral program.