Emotional Abuse, brainwashing - Anonymous employee Gilead Sciences Employee Review

2.0
Jun 9, 2017
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Onsite cafe's, bonuses, stock options, the opportunity to wear many hats. Yearly raises are not bad.

Cons

The most unforgiving atmosphere I have ever encountered. If you make a mistake you are treated like a second class citizen & you will never hear the end of it. Your hard work will not be recognized or acknowledged, so if you are the type that needs constant validation and a pat on the back, please look elsewhere for employment. Their Core Values are basically the opposite of what they preach. Back-stabbing, shaming, and humiliation are more accurate descriptions. There is an extreme lack of accountability here, you will be blamed from higher ups even if you are not at fault.

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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

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