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      Great mission and public impact, not the best for career growth. - Anonymous employee NSF Employee Review

      4.0
      Nov 11, 2014
      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
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      Pros

      The company has a great mission and rewarding public impact. The amount of paid-time off is nice and there are many enjoyable people to work with.

      Cons

      There are a lot of managers and not enough people doing the actual work. People are often expected to meet deadlines and heavy workloads without adequate staffing and space. NSF is also quick to give up on programs that are not making enough money. It's supposed to be a not-for-profit company but profits and growth are seemingly very important to the senior management. In the laboratory area, there is limited opportunity for career growth. Promotions can be quite difficult to obtain even after sending years earning them.

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      5.0
      Jun 25, 2026
      Project manager
      Recommend
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      Pros

      The most supportive place I've ever worked. From my coworkers to the management team, I am continously grateful for this positive, collaborative work environment.

      Cons

      I have nothing negative to say about working here. NSF is high on my list of blessings in my life.

      3.0
      Jun 21, 2026
      Technical reviewer
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Work is interesting, people are great except for senior leadership. Work can be monotonous but there is opportunity for some cross training which helps; middle management is great for the most part

      Cons

      Pay is below average for industry and there is a huge range in pay for people doing the exact same work; promotions are difficult to receive - we shouldn't have to interview for promotions. Employees should have the opportunity to be promoted just based off merit and experience; "hybrid" work model forced upon employees when jobs can be done remotely; lack of care for employees from senior leadership

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