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Harvard University

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Working at Harvard University has been a great experience. - Anonymous employee Harvard University Employee Review

5.0
Jun 15, 2024
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Pros

Intellectual Environment: Surrounded by people who care and want to help you, there's a constant sense of innovation and learning. Comprehensive Benefits: Harvard offers an excellent benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and generous vacation policies make it easier to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Professional Development: Numerous workshops, seminars, and courses are available for employees to enhance their skills and knowledge. Collaborative Culture: The university fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment, encouraging teamwork and the sharing of ideas. Campus Resources: Access to great facilities, and cultural events enriches both work and personal life. Diversity and Inclusion: Harvard is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, celebrating diversity in all its forms.

Cons

None I can think of.

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Pros

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Cons

GSD Development and Alumni Relations (under current leadership) is an incredibly toxic work environment. I didn't realize the intensity of the toll it took on my until after leaving, and I am not one to leave a negative review, but as they are hiring for several positions currently, I wish to share words of caution with applicants. Cons: - Absolutely not a safe space for anyone who is Black, brown, trans, queer, working-class, or disabled - 100% top-down direction. No room for personal exploration, initiative, or creativity. - Minimal guidance from leadership - Frequent pivots, even in the late stages of projects - Petty, immature talking behind your back by leadership - No upward mobility unless the Associate Dean or Dean like you - Deeply disingenuous comments, reflections, and feedback from leadership - Complete lack of transparency on direction, goals, etc. - Small mistakes are made cornerstones of performance evaluations, while leadership routinely missteps. Leadership never takes accountability. - Top-down policy decisions, completely lacking detail, thought, and care outside of legal ramifications - Ever-changing in-office requirements

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