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Great people steering a big ship - Postdoctoral Fellow Lawrence Berkeley Lab Employee Review

4.0
Jun 1, 2017
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Pros

Great coworkers and work life balance. Also the lab is full of interesting experiments and facilities operated by smart people.

Cons

Postdocs make significantly less than all administrative, technical staff, and postdocs at other federal labs in the area. Funding is languishing.

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Pros

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Cons

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5.0
Jun 21, 2026
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Pros

Opportunity to work on impactful scientific and engineering projects that support research and innovation. Exposure to multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, scientists, technicians, and project managers. Strong focus on safety, quality, and technical excellence. Good work-life balance and professional development opportunities. Ability to contribute to long-term projects with significant national and scientific importance.

Cons

Large organizations can have multiple layers of review and approval, which may slow decision-making. Processes and documentation requirements can be extensive, especially for safety and compliance purposes. Project priorities can shift based on funding and organizational needs, requiring flexibility and adaptability.

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