Freedom to do the research you enjoy - Research Scientist Desert Research Institute Employee Review

5.0
Jun 19, 2022
Recommend
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Pros

They treat you like a grownup from day one. You're given all the resources you need to succeed but it's up to you to steer your career in the right direction. Nobody's going to hold your hand. The benefits are amazing: 15% mandatory match into retirement, 25 days vacation, 30 days sick leave every year. You get your own little slush fund for conferences or paper writing or whatever you want.

Cons

The soft-money environment can be brutal. Each faculty member is responsible for bringing in his/her own funding through external grants and contracts or be useful to other faculty who have funding and need help. It's a tough way to go, but somehow people make a career there.

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5.0
Jun 17, 2026
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Pros

Good work life balance and benefits

Cons

Funding can be uncertain and dependent on grants and contracts.

5.0
Sep 30, 2025
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Pros

I really enjoy working here, the environment is more relaxed and people are friendly. Good if you're a student interested in science as you go in for your own hours

Cons

You will need a car to commute as it's off campus

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