Coulda been great ! - Senior Scientist Amgen Employee Review

3.0
Jun 13, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Well resourced for research, good vacation and work life balance.

Cons

Pay is poor relative to cost of living (which is horrendous) - they get away with it as they are the only game in town. Equity plan used to be good here but now the grants are minimal and its pointless anyway as there is no growth, nor any in the foreseeable future.

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Amazing company with great culture! All people are nice and willing to share their knowledge with you!

Cons

Networking has a lot of weight here, can be a bit overwhelming if you are introvert

2.0
May 17, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Work from home flexibility and the summer and winter shutdown periods are a nice benefit. Good health insurance.

Cons

Management style can be controlling and micromanaging with expectations that shift without clear communication. Employees are held to high standards but not always given the support or clarity needed to meet them. Performance concerns are documented quickly without full context being considered. Culture does not match the company’s public image.

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