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Kennesaw State University

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Great benefits! - Director Kennesaw State University Employee Review

4.0
Nov 15, 2016
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Pros

Great benefits, second to none in terms of healthcare options and retirement plans with incredible matches. A lot of learning opportunities that working in the private sector don't offer or have access to. Working in higher education and at a large university offers a unique working environment unlike any other place as it is like working for a self-contained municipality, so it provides true growth experience outside of the traditional "rat race". I was exposed to so many new things that have been fulfilling personally as well that I never would have gotten to experience on the "outside".

Cons

Current culture change and shock due to new controversial president. Staff (as opposed to faculty) salaries pale by comparison to the private sector, but that is mostly because of it being a state institution. The benefits help offset the pay inequity. Pay inequity is also prevalent across the board despite set, published pay bands. Not a lot of upward mobility in most positions. You have to love what you are doing to work there.

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5.0
Jun 30, 2026
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Pros

Those are really good opportunities for you to gain more experience on your resume while in school. Depending on who your supervisor is, you will get different projects and experience. It's not just strictly "lab research" like the name suggests. Also, beyond your job, you will learn a lot from your professor, aka supervisor, too. In my experience, I have worked with multiple professors, and they are all amazing people who understand you're still a student, are very flexible with your schedule, and always push for your success. Big pros: You get a tuition waiver depending on your job's tier (meaning how much work and how many hours per week you work, which is stated clearly on the website and by your supervisor). There's a stipend paid on top of that.

Cons

I haven't had any cons so far.

2.0
Jun 9, 2026
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Pros

The only true "pro" to this career and this employer is the job security. As long as you do your job and do it well, it is likely that you'll remain employed here. If you get lucky, like I did, you'll work with a great immediate team of folks.

Cons

No upper movement. The company would much rather bring in outside hires rather than promote from within. Pay is on the lowest end of the USG for this role. Work/life balance is absolutely horrible.

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