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      UC Davis reviews

      4.3

      86% would recommend to a friend

      (3,852 total reviews)
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      Linda Katehi

      76% approve of CEO

      67% positive business outlook

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      4.4

      Diversity & inclusion

      4.2

      Culture & values

      4.1

      Work/Life balance

      3.8

      Senior management

      3.8

      Career opportunities

      3.7

      Compensation and benefits

      UC Davis has an employee rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, based on 3,852 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The UC Davis employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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      4K reviews
      5.0
      Feb 20, 2026

      Supportive team and meaningful student impact

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Great opportunity to support students through advising questions, resources, and referrals. Flexible hours that fit well with class schedules. Friendly staff and clear training that helps you feel prepared. Builds communication, problem-solving, and professionalism.

      Cons

      No negatives observed at all.

      3.0
      Feb 20, 2026

      High-level Research Impact with good Benefits, though Work-Life Balance is PI-Dependent.

      Graduate student researcher
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Comprehensive Benefits: The tuition remission and health insurance (SHIP) are massive financial lifesavers that significantly offset the cost of graduate school. Professional Growth: You get hands-on experience with cutting-edge equipment and methodologies that are directly applicable to industry or academic careers. Collaborative Culture: UC Davis fosters a very interdisciplinary environment; it’s easy to connect with experts across different departments. Autonomy: Generally, you have a high degree of intellectual freedom to steer your project’s direction.

      Cons

      "Part-time" Paradox: While the contract says 20 hours a week (50% appointment), the reality of research often demands much more to meet publication or grant deadlines. Management Variability: Your experience is entirely dependent on your Principal Investigator (PI). Some are incredible mentors, while others may provide little guidance or set unrealistic expectations. Stipend vs. Cost of Living: While the pay scales have recently improved, the housing market in Davis remains incredibly tight and expensive relative to the monthly take-home pay.

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