A culture of takers - Anonymous employee Gilead Sciences Employee Review

1.0
May 14, 2014
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

They are doing great things for the world, their stock is doing well, they are growing

Cons

guilt for having work-life balance - no one is happy - no one smiles - no one gives their time or help - VERY high turn over - people just disappear - VERY heavy politics - just plain mean people

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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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