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The Jackson Laboratory

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The Jackson Laboratory reviews

3.1

38% would recommend to a friend

(450 total reviews)
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Lon Cardon

33% approve of CEO

30% positive business outlook

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).

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450 reviews
5.0
Mar 24, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

flexible good work life balance

Cons

pay still low academia research hustle

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The Jackson Laboratory Response
1y
Thank you for your feedback and for being part of our team at The Jackson Laboratory. We understand that compensation is a crucial area for continuous improvement, and we are committed to addressing these concerns. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we will take it into consideration as we strive to create a better work environment for all employees. If you have specific suggestions or would like to discuss further, please feel free to reach out to us directly or contact our HR team for support by reaching out to our office or submitting a Workday Help case.
2.0
Mar 19, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Noble mission, high impact potential, career kick starter, diverse amount of external research labs, 8/10 cafeteria considering cost

Cons

Management, Seniority Complex , Lack of Communication, Commute, terrible non-scientific technology.

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The Jackson Laboratory Response
1y
Thank you for your feedback and for being a part of our team in the past. We understand that communication and leadership are crucial areas for improvement, and we are committed to addressing these concerns. Improving our communication channels and ensuring that all voices contribute to our workspace design and operational strategies are key focus areas for us. We appreciate your contribution to helping us grow as a company, and your feedback is essential to our ongoing commitment to continuous improvement. If you would like to discuss further, please feel free to reach out to us directly.
1.0
Mar 18, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Salary was good compared to other places

Cons

Huge micromanagement. PI cared only on grants, used me as technician for preliminary results. My CV didn't improve at all and found very big trouble to find a new job.

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The Jackson Laboratory Response
1y
Thank you for your feedback and for being part of our team in the past. Your experience is valuable to us and we will take it into consideration as we strive to create a better work environment for all employees. We are also working on initiatives to ensure that all team members have opportunities for professional growth and development. If you have any specific suggestions or would like to discuss further, please feel free to reach out to us directly.
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