Pros
*Great work environment *Technical management *Educated co-workers (most have Master's or above) *Professional development is strongly encouraged. Research positions allow you to take classes at Georgia Tech, and is fact required for promotion beyond a certain point. Management is very good about letting you have time to go to class, though you still have to work your 40. *Competitive pay and (very good) benefits for full time positions
Cons
*Fragmented labs. Lab management is trying with a "One GTRI" policy, but information sharing is sparse between labs. It has recently improved with some joint projects but overall remains poor. *Glass ceiling for certain backgrounds, particular those without academic credentials. PhD almost certainly required for most senior positions. This is mostly due to GTRI's relationship with Georgia Institute of Technology *Student positions carry no benefits. Hourly but no overtime, no PTO, vacation time, or other fringe benefits.