Is The Jackson Laboratory a good company to work for?

The Jackson Laboratory has an overall rating of 3.1 out of 5, based on over 507 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 8% over the last 12 months. 38% of employees would recommend working at The Jackson Laboratory to a friend and 30% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about The Jackson Laboratory have been left by employees working as Postdoctoral Associate , Research Assistant and Manager .

Does The Jackson Laboratory pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, The Jackson Laboratory employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at The Jackson Laboratory. This rating has improved by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at The Jackson Laboratory?

38% of The Jackson Laboratory employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated The Jackson Laboratory 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at The Jackson Laboratory?

Animal Care Technician (41) , Research Assistant (26) , In Vivo Technologist (13) , Manager (11) , Postdoctoral Associate (10) , Postdoctoral Fellow (9) , Animal Care Trainee (8) , Research Scientist (8) , Intern (7) , Technologist (7) , Animal Care Trainee II (6) , Postdoctoral Research Associate (6) , Project Manager (6) , Animal Care (4) , Genotyping Technician (4)

What are the pros of working at The Jackson Laboratory according to real employee reviews?

"provide good benefits for postdoc" ((in 82 reviews)); "Great people and community." ((in 37 reviews)); "Pay is good and it will be going to medical expenses from work that they won’t pay for or admit to." ((in 23 reviews)); "Great coworkers in In Vivo." ((in 12 reviews)); "Good work/life balance" ((in 10 reviews))

What are the cons of working at The Jackson Laboratory according to real employee reviews?

"average salary, and upper management doesn’t seem to care." ((in 12 reviews)); "Senior Management is difficult to approach." ((in 11 reviews)); "No leadership just a bunch of bosses." ((in 10 reviews)); "Certain managers treat individuals differantly than others as far as promotions." ((in 9 reviews)); "Favoritism is a huge problem within the company." ((in 8 reviews))

What are employees saying about The Jackson Laboratory layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed The Jackson Laboratory locations?

Bar Harbor , Sacramento , Farmington , Ellsworth , Hartford , New York , Washington , Boston , Farmington , Virginia Beach , Farmington , Bangor , Portland , Moose , Pataskala , Roseville , West Sacramento , La Mesa , Plantsville , West Hartford , Columbia , Trenton , Maine

The Jackson Laboratory reviews

3.1

38% would recommend to a friend

(450 total reviews)

Lon Cardon

33% approve of CEO

30% positive business outlook

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The Jackson Laboratory has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 450 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The The Jackson Laboratory employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

450 reviews

4.0

Jul 29, 2015

Great stepping stone, but not much internal career advancement

Anonymous employee

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Pros

I was given a lot of diversity and opportunities within my role, which included a lot of chances to improve my skill sets in areas where I had no experience. This was a great benefit. The people are very dedicated to the work and generally very knowledgeable and intelligent. Many chances for ongoing scientific development through seminars and courses, similar to an academic environment. If you enjoy outdoor pursuits, the location is excellent for hiking, fishing, biking, etc. The company seems to be doing well and is very stable. Benefits are very good as is work/life balance.

Cons

Bar Harbor isn't for everyone - it can be very isolated and quiet. Compensation below average, but cost of living is not bad (so, standard of living is fine). In my particular role, I don't see any opportunities for formal career advancement (promotions, new titles/roles, upgraded pay) within the company, and this tends not be addressed by supervisors, even if they are happy with the work you are doing. People tend to stay ~2-3 years, or 20+, so this is clearly a matter of personal preference.

4.0

Jun 19, 2015

Great Place Varies by Dept

Research assistant

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Pros

The benefits package is solid and includes education, great insurance rates, and retirement planning. Great facilities give you all the tools you need to do your job with pride. This company is respected worldwide and will be recognized on your resume. There are openings in science as well as non-science fields such as marketing. Management is fair and very clear about all policies.

Cons

Location is the biggest issue. If you are not comfortable in (or at least willing to live in) a rural area with harsh winters, you probably shouldn't work here. The biggest city, Bangor, is just over an hour away by car. There are a lot of outdoor activities year-round and Bar Harbor itself is great in the summer, but pretty much everything shuts down in the winter. The second con I would list is that your experience here will vary based on your department or lab group. You should talk to the people in the department you're interested in before making a final decision. In research, we put in a lot more than a standard 40-hour week, even though that's what we're salaried for. Pretty much every other department has a much more regular and less-demanding schedule.

5.0

Jun 9, 2015

Fantastic Workplace

Anonymous employee

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This company truly cares about its employees, their wellness and providing a work/life balance. Their benefits are exceptional and are the best around. Great place to work and fantastic co-workers!

Cons

Nothing! This is the best employer in the state!

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