Syracuse University reviews

SU is a very on and off place to work as a researcher. Some of the groups are terrific, with collaboration and scientific rigor, others are terrible groups to work in with little or no support. In the biomedical and chemical engineering department, the postdocs have very little communication, and science seems to take a back seat to the egos of the professors in the department. The collaborative environement is minimal, and the financial support lacking as well. Overall, I'm disappointed to say that I cannot reccomend SU as a place to advance your career as a scientist in training.

Parking is very expensive and walking is highly unpleasant when the weather is bad. The stability of the work force is a plus but can sometimes lead to entrenched thinking that is not always helpful. As with any university, campus politics can sometimes be a drag, but are avoidable if one chooses not to get involved. Technology challenges among the different schools was a little frustrating to deal with - again, perhaps related to campus politics. While general development opportunities abound, career advancement may require moving out to move up - and the dearth of similar organizations in upstate New York can make that difficult.