The worst parts of academia and industry all in one place - Research Associate Allen Institute Employee Review

2.0
1 Apr 2022
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Pros

-Can be a positive experience if you work with a good scientist -Nice building -Good retirement match

Cons

-Horrible culture, worst work culture I've ever experienced -No accountability -Very little career growth, a lot of staff turnover because there's no room to grow -Poor management across the board (from people managers to senior management) -All talk and no action (specifically around DEI) -Poor work/live balance, made up deadlines and constant push for no reason -No recognition for RAs, there to do the work but receive no recognition/appreciation -Embarrassingly low compensation -Pay inequity, especially for BIPOC and women

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