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4.2

77% would recommend to a friend

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Eric J. Barron

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56% positive business outlook

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Oct 2, 2025
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Pros

Supportive advisors who invest in mentoring. Access to top labs, data, and software. Flexible schedule that respects classes. Collaborative research culture and networking. Conference exposure and publication opportunities.

Cons

Pay and benefits are relatively low. Funding cycles create role uncertainty. University bureaucracy slows simple tasks. Workload spikes near deadlines

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