Was good but now circling the drain - Principal Investigator DuPont Employee Review

2.0
Jan 2, 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Respectful and collegial work environment Solid science and interesting projects Very good benefits though a bit worse every year

Cons

Company is being dismantled. Terrible upper management with preference for white elephant projects like cellulosic ethanol. Always a manufactured crisis. Bonus only good in 1 of the last 10 years. Getting promoted is like pulling teeth.

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Cons

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Pros

Great people, strong commitment to safety, competitive pay and benefits, and excellent work-life balance. The company provides opportunities to work on meaningful projects with talented cross-functional teams, and there is a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. Flexible work arrangements and supportive managers (depending on the organization) make it a great place to build a long-term career.

Cons

Frequent organizational changes and restructuring can create uncertainty, and decision-making can be slowed by bureaucracy. Career growth opportunities may be limited in some organizations, and employees can become siloed or feel disconnected depending on the role and team.

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