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Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

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Stagnant in terms of growth potential - Senior Professional Staff II Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory Employee Review

4.0
Dec 27, 2009
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Pros

Great place to work, but the opportunities for advancement is difficult to achieve. There's opportunities for employees without advanced degrees or for those who have not reached mid-level management. I don't see a lot of upward mobility once for professional level management. As a non-profit, raises are not as competitive as for profit organizations. 2-4% is the normal range.

Cons

Very flexible place to work with lot of friendly people. No cubicles, but do share offices. Can work from home and the initial salary is competitive. Work is not challenging enough and very cookie cutter.

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