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The Jackson Laboratory

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Excellent place for doing research - Postdoctoral Fellow The Jackson Laboratory Employee Review

5.0
Feb 28, 2009
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Pros

The Jackson lab has been rated among 10 best post-doc employers in US. Based on my experiences, Jackson lab totally deserves this honor. The supporting personels here are very capable and friendly. The scientific service is excellent, which is especially important for researchers like me . The town where Jackson lab is located is Bar Harbor, right beside the famous Acadia National Park. If you like hiking, camping , this is absolutely the right place for you.

Cons

Maine has a very small population. During the winter season, there are only 5000 people here. So this is not for you if you like metropolitan life style.

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5.0
Jun 26, 2026
Anonymous intern
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Pros

Attentive, caring and has the best intentions

Cons

Outdated systems and slow-moving processes

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The Jackson Laboratory Response
2w
Thank you for sharing your experience as an intern at JAX! We’re glad you felt supported by the team, and we appreciate your feedback. We are always looking to improve at JAX and your input is valuable. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors!
2.0
Jun 7, 2026
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Pros

Good pay and benefits are decent

Cons

Long commutes with tight time accountability due to newer rules. No more leniency for weather or traffic related tardiness that is common in Maine. Constantly changing rules and expectations are making the job impossible. Failure to meet new expectations lead to no finishes or raises or tuition reimbursement. Forced overtime in Ellsworth location with so.e employees being sent from Bar Harbor to cover. Seems like a sinking ship and I would not recommend anyone I liked for a job here.

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The Jackson Laboratory Response
4w
Thank you for your feedback and for your many years of dedication to JAX. Feedback like yours is important as we continue working to improve the employee experience. Thank you for sharing your perspective. If you have specific concerns or would like to discuss further, please feel free to reach out to us directly by contacting our HR office or submitting a Workday Help case.
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