Does PerkinElmer pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, PerkinElmer employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at PerkinElmer. This rating has decreased by 6% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at PerkinElmer?

30% of PerkinElmer employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated PerkinElmer 3.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.7 for culture and values and 2.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at PerkinElmer?

Field Service Engineer (22) , Lab Technician (21) , Manager (19) , Engineer (18) , Sales (16) , RNA Extraction Technician (15) , Scientist (13) , Software Engineer (13) , Director (12) , Product Manager (12) , Project Manager (12) , Customer Support Engineer (11) , Applications Scientist (10) , Laboratory Technician (10) , Sales Representative (10)

What are the pros of working at PerkinElmer according to real employee reviews?

"The people are great & the company does amazing things for human health" ((in 107 reviews)); "Good benefit and learning environment" ((in 70 reviews)); "Good pay and healthcare oriented." ((in 53 reviews)); "Great colleagues with long time experience." ((in 46 reviews)); "work life balance is good" ((in 45 reviews))

What are the cons of working at PerkinElmer according to real employee reviews?

"Upper management is ancient in its thinking." ((in 38 reviews)); "Too many managers" ((in 31 reviews)); "The company is too risk adverse and there is a lack of leadership for the overall organization." ((in 29 reviews)); "heavy (more chiefs than indians), constant restructuring and layoffs, lack of work" ((in 28 reviews)); "No bonuses and no performance" ((in 17 reviews))

What are employees saying about PerkinElmer layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about PerkinElmer layoffs and their outlook for job security at PerkinElmer in 2026.

What are the top reviewed PerkinElmer locations?

Shelton , Waltham , Boston , Hopkinton , Valencia , New York , Cambridge , Collegeville , Pittsburgh , Chicago , Los Angeles , Austin , San Diego , Alameda , San Jose , Bridgeport , Greenville , Atlanta , Downers Grove , Houston , Seattle , Rensselaer , Hebron , Akron , Columbus , Santa Clarita , San Francisco , Santa Clara , Rockville , Raleigh

PerkinElmer reviews

2.8

30% would recommend to a friend

(1,176 total reviews)

Michael Stubblefield

47% approve of CEO

25% positive business outlook

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PerkinElmer has an employee rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars, based on 1,176 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The PerkinElmer employee rating is 20% below average for employers within the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

3.0

Jun 1, 2018

Scientist

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

No R&D just looking for margins in products for profit.

Cons

They dont treat well to their employee.

3.0

Jun 1, 2018

Software Engineer

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good atmosphere and flexible working time.

Cons

slow progress you can make in your career

PerkinElmer Response

8y

PerkinElmer is investing in Talent Management and Learning & Development projects in 2018 and the years ahead. We encourage you to speak with your manager and HR Partner regarding opportunities for learning and development, and appreciate you sharing your experience with us.

4.0

May 24, 2018

nice place to be

Customer service

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I enjoyed working there even though our department was closed down it was done in a fair and nice way

Cons

not very friendly if you want to bike or take public transport to work

PerkinElmer Response

8y

We are glad you enjoyed working with us at PerkinElmer and wish you the best in your career!

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Scientist

Software Engineer

nice place to be

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