Pros
-We acquire a lot technical knowledge and expertise in a rewarding area of ADC development. -There are some genuine people who care about the company and their work. -Free parking, bathroom access, and a functional microwave.
Cons
-Abzena is struggling financially and senior leadership is constantly restructuring and eliminating other departments. There is a general sense of uncertainty for the future or if we are being prepared for sale. -Promotions are not always based upon merit, but whether you’ve survived the attrition of this forsaken place and there is an available position. -Some of the researchers lack basic technical or critical thinking skills. I would not feel comfortable with some of them supervising a college lab course. -The turnover is high either from burn out, dealing with incompetent colleagues, and/or senior leadership not listening to their feedback. Then when colleagues leave, their work is immediately passed to those that remain without adequate support. -Absolutely everything is rushed without adequate planning. Stress is rampant among colleagues. -Many of the observed holidays are not recognized, and there isn’t a Holiday shutdown at the end of December.