Pros
The office I work in is beautiful, modern, and has a stunning view. All the technology (computers, monitors, etc.) provided by the department is highly functional. The department also hosted social events to encourage team bonding. My supervisor was committed to helping with my professional growth, prioritizing my goals as well as the aims of our projects. I experienced very little micromanaging and felt trusted with the responsibilities I was given.
Cons
The trouble started when I began experiencing a flare-up of my disability symptoms. The symptoms made it extremely difficult to use a computer for long periods of time, lift light to moderately heavy objects, and travel to and from work. When I asked for accommodations, I was met with rigid resistance from the department heads, even when HR and other MGH departments started participating in the accommodations request. I ultimately had to go on leave due to the lack of accommodations and was met with what felt like retaliation from the department heads when I tried to end my leave. I hope that this is not a systemic problem with management across MGH, but it has been a truly terrible and discouraging experience.