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4.3

83% would recommend to a friend

(279 total reviews)

Michael Witherell

87% approve of CEO

76% positive business outlook

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4.0
Jan 6, 2024
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Pros

- a great work culture - an ambience for intellectual brainstorming - relaxed and comfortable research setting for natural sciences - away from the rush of city distractions

Cons

- slow promotions - heavier emphasis on academic publishing for promotions rather accomplishing project goals - salary is on the lower side considering Bay Area expenses

1.0
Jan 2, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Good communities in some divisions, some people still care.

Cons

Very poor pay. The pay is in no way competitive, most yearly adjustments are less than inflation and HR will do everything they can to give you as little as possible during a (once or twice in a career) promotion. Most people slack off because they realize they are not being paid competitively which adds more burden to those who are trying to get things done in spite of the poor pay. Very poor operations management. Senior lab management is more concerned that we "look good" than are a effective work force. We dont do work, we talk about doing work. So much bureaucracy has been added that most people struggle to actually find time to do their jobs. Crumbling infrastructure and ineffective facilities service.

4.0
Dec 19, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Good environment, team andworking conditions

Cons

Low salary, they did not provide benefits

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