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Satisfaction, resources, efficiency, etc. are highly dependent upon what department you work for - Research Scientist The Broad Institute Employee Review

2.0
Oct 9, 2014
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Pros

There are a lot of 'toys' and equipment here. I've had a lot of experiences with disparate biology and technologies. There are also some departments that are thriving.

Cons

In my particular department, there have been many layoffs, a ridiculous reorganization, and lack of support. Loss of grant(s) have caused a significant downsizing in staff. Unfortunately, there has not been a similar downsizing in the scope of projects or equipment required. With no money, the result is a lot of broken (sad) equipment without service contracts and a very overworked staff with no guidance, oversight, support, or working resources. Morale is exceedingly low and people are actively fleeing.

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Cons

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The Broad Institute Response
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Thank you for your honest feedback about your experience working at the Broad!
4.0
Jul 2, 2026
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Pros

Benefits, such as PTO and health, are fantastic.

Cons

A pro and a con are there are rarely set ways to do things. You can pave your own way, but others could be paving a way to the same destination and just creating more paths when it would be better to work together.

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The Broad Institute Response
6d
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We love that you feel the autonomy to pave your own way here, and recognize that also can present its own challenge with duplicating efforts.
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