Great company, not so great to work for - Research Associate Gilead Sciences Employee Review

2.0
Jun 13, 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Job security, some good coworkers. Good benefits.

Cons

Too much competition to the point where it is counterproductive to the project. Fear based culture. Not enough positivity. A lot of politics. Work life balance is bad if you wish to excel at this company.

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Pros

Cares about employees, work that matters

Cons

Constant restructuring, inconsistent organization, a lot of contractors and turnover

5.0
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Pros

Meaningful, mission-driven work with the opportunity to contribute to projects that can have a real impact on patients. Colleagues are highly knowledgeable, supportive, and generally willing to provide mentorship. Gilead also offers strong resources, exposure to different functions within the pharmaceutical industry, and opportunities to work on high-visibility projects.

Cons

Cons: As with many large companies, decision-making and project approvals can sometimes move slowly because of multiple layers of review. The experience may also vary depending on the specific team and manager, and the number of meetings and internal processes can occasionally feel cumbersome.

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