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Excellent PhD Research Experience with Strong Industry Collaboration - Research Assistant Purdue University Employee Review

5.0
Aug 5, 2025
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Pros

The position is fully funded by an industry leader (Dow Chemical), which provides stable, multi-year financial support and removes uncertainty about funding. This role serves as a direct pipeline to potential future employment, offering a significant advantage over applying as an external candidate after graduation. Excellent support from both my Purdue faculty advisor and the industry team, creating a well-rounded and robust research environment.

Cons

The pace can be demanding due to the deliverable-focused nature of industry-sponsored research, which runs in parallel with standard PhD academic requirements.

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