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Great Small School - Graduate Research Assistant Caltech (California) Employee Review

4.0
Oct 19, 2015
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Pros

Experience varies widely between research groups. Most PIs are big names in their respective fields, which helps in the long run. Lots of resources and funding in many cases. Small community means you know many people well.

Cons

Since it's a small school, some resources are limited (centralized user facilities are not as large). Lots of competition between students, which can be toxic. Some faculty are very political and don't like each other.

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5.0
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Pros

Great environment, lots of interesting talks going on every day

Cons

Lack of dining options, society too small

4.0
Jul 20, 2026
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Pros

Experience depends on Department and Professor. HSS is supportive of their employees, some great admins. Career development programs and other educational opportunities. Lots of brilliant researchers. Grad student and postdoc union.

Cons

The university is no longer supportive of HSS. Salary is typical for this position, which is bad. Departments are somewhat siloed, not so much collaboration. Federal funding cuts are having bad effects on operations and research.

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