Hologic reviews

3.5

60% would recommend to a friend

(1,366 total reviews)
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Steve MacMillan

66% approve of CEO

50% positive business outlook

Hologic has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 1,366 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Hologic employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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1K reviews
1.0
Nov 2, 2025

Toxic Culture & Fear driven leadership

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Pros

Based on my experience no pros to share as environment is dominated by fear, control and Favouritism.

Cons

Leadership operates in a tight inner circle focused on self-promotion and appearances rather than accountability or results. Decisions are often based on favoritism, not merit, and competent, ethical employees are regularly sidelined. Many executives prioritize travel and visibility over measurable scientific or business achievements. HR functions more as an enforcement arm than as support for employees. Raising ethical, operational, or compliance concerns can lead to retaliation, exclusion, or quiet removal. Negative feedback, including Gallup surveys, is treated as a threat, pressuring employees into false positivity. Promotions and recognition hinge on loyalty rather than performance. When employees are laid off, leadership often warns that only those who stay quiet will receive better packages — creating an environment of fear and enforced silence. Patient safety is also at risk. Internal and external findings suggest gaps in safety data for some surgical devices. Lawsuits, such as BioZorb, and missing FDA-required documentation highlight serious compliance and safety concerns. Meanwhile, leadership leans heavily on marketing, PR, and outsourcing to mask dysfunction. True innovation and scientific credibility are in decline, while misuse of resources, and unethical behavior go largely unchecked. Hologic’s public image no longer reflects reality. Fear-driven leadership, fake positivity, and misuse of power harm employees and jeopardize patient safety, innovation, and trust.

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Hologic Response
7mo
Thank you for sharing your perspective; we take concerns about culture, leadership, and compliance seriously and remain committed to fostering accountability, transparency, and a safe, supportive environment.
3.0
Nov 1, 2025

Great product.

Anonymous employee
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Pros

When I get my mammogram, I always choose Hologic. The mammography and biopsy products are best in class. The surgery portfolio is promising. Some teams, especially analytics and business development are really talented.

Cons

If you are interviewing for a role in Breast sales or marketing team, pay attention to the attrition factor. Both teams, especially the marketing team has lost so many talented people as the new leadership arrived. The new leaders lack long term vision, run the ship quarter to quarter, and do not empower their people. You simply don’t hear from the marketing leaders. It is just posturing in the emails, meetings and social media. If you are interviewing, do some homework about the new leadership and your manager and their ability to assess talent and run a business. Get a good mentor. Ask the tough questions - how are your peers developing? What opportunities have been provided to them?

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Hologic Response
7mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback; we’re glad you value our products and talented teams, and we’re committed to addressing concerns around leadership and employee experience.
1.0
Oct 31, 2025

Demoralising

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Pros

Non. Most people being let go.

Cons

As above. Everyone looking for another job.

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Hologic Response
7mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback; we understand your concerns during times of change.
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