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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

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NYC's best biomedical research institution - Senior Research Assistant Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Employee Review

5.0
Jun 11, 2008
Recommend
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Pros

It's one of the few major employment centers for a non-academic track (i.e. staff) skilled molecular biologist in NYC proper. Most of the pharma companies are in North Jersey or Long Island. But then, the atmosphere is much more relaxed than it would be at, say, Abbott or GSK. Pay is a notch (or three) above the other comparable academic institutions in NYC. Also, of course, its high standards of care and noble mission make it a prestigious employer. Research is very well supported with funding, administrative help, and a beautiful new research lab building.

Cons

This is only personal -- i'm not terribly interested in clinical research so my opportunities are rather limited. But i wouldn't hold that against the institution. Few other downsides. It's a bit of a hike from the subway, but not as bad as Rockefeller University.

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5.0
Jul 19, 2026
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Pros

Great health insurance and scholarship programs for people still in school

Cons

Pay isn't as competitive as other companies

4.0
Jun 22, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

A lot of people to work with and a great amount of exposure to different in-house counsel areas. If you are proactive, there are plenty of people willing to try and meet with you and explain things, though their time is limited. If you can pick at their brains, the Attorneys of the smartest and most hard-working individuals you'll meet. They have some fun events and team-bonding,

Cons

Lack of diversity in interns, which make fit and experience difficult. Even upon meeting diverse staff and people, there always seems to be a barrier and front. Attorneys generally have little time to teach you, but they do their best. Compensation is lackluster, but benefits and events are fun. Sometimes work can lag, and you must be proactive in seeking it out for yourself.

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