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Sharp researchers, prioritize finding advisor that is a good fit - PhD Student Columbia University Employee Review

5.0
14 Feb 2026
Recommend
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Pros

World-class researchers to be mentored from, and smart peers. If you put in work, you can grow a lot.

Cons

The system will not go out of its way to support you. It is important to navigate the process of choosing your advisor carefully, as this plays a huge role in your success.

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5.0
12 Jun 2026
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Pros

Supportive staff and clear role requirements

Cons

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1.0
12 Jun 2026
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Pros

The people in the trenches The students The passionate faculty

Cons

Leadership, their inefficiencies and poor decisions Very dysfunctional environment HR does whatever leadership tells them to do, including covering issues by "friends of the boss", This favoritism approach also includes approvals for who gets to work from out of state even when the position can be easily filled by local workers and the creation of new jobs for those that are chosen. Very poor financial decisions. Big big pay on top, Low pay on bottom. Very little room for growth unless someone likes you and you are the right color.

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