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Great Place to Develop Scientific Expertise - PhD Student McGill University Employee Review

3.0
Jun 8, 2026
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Pros

Gained extensive experience in cancer genomics, molecular biology, and translational oncology research. Developed expertise in experimental design, data analysis, scientific writing, and problem-solving. Published scientific manuscripts and developed strong project management skills.

Cons

Research projects often involved long timelines and uncertain outcomes. Balancing experimental work, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and deadlines could be challenging. Funding and resource constraints occasionally affected project pace and priorities. Academic environments can offer fewer opportunities for rapid career progression. Limited exposure to some industry-specific practices.

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Pros

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Cons

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