PI is critical in your success - Graduate Student Researcher UC Riverside Employee Review

2.0
16 Jan 2021
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Pros

I had a great experience, but my review comes from the other nuances and experiences that my cohort would be too scared to share. Some the PI's are wonderful, but you will quickly realize that you could have the worst possible situation, probably because of the environment, and they will find a way to make it worse.

Cons

Staff, faculty are always finger pointing and are just generally slow. Urgency is not a word for UCR Staff. Students don't get paid in time because of staff not prioritizing the paperwork, international students have been stuck in their home countries because of the same issue. Too many issues, but the hope is there, but a massive re-hiring or pay raise for staff will be necessary for get people motivated at this place.

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5.0
18 Jun 2026
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Pros

Great institution serving a diverse student population. Plenty of interesting research labs. Decent benefits.

Cons

Commuter school so traffic and parking can be terrible. Select your PI wisely, and ensure healthy work life balance.

5.0
7 Jun 2026
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Pros

Good balance and structure depending on the professor you work for. Good recommendations from professor for life.

Cons

Professors will take credit for your work and overwork you at times.

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