University of Cambridge FAQ
Have questions about working at University of Cambridge? Read answers to frequently asked questions to help you make a choice before applying to a job or accepting a job offer.
Whether it's about compensation and benefits, culture and diversity, or you're curious to know more about the work environment, find out from employees what it's like to work at University of Cambridge.
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20 October 2021
Does University of Cambridge offer massages?
Pros
Free coffee and holiday pay hybrid structure with friendly boss and colleges
Cons
Sometimes I feel like I want to say NA
Advice to Management
NA
Free coffee and holiday pay
20 October 2021
24 February 2022
Does University of Cambridge offer relocation assistance?
Pros
secure job and trusted institution
Cons
poor pay and benefits package
poor pay and benefits package
24 February 2022
9 June 2021
Does University of Cambridge have a pension plan?
Pros
Good benefits such as sick pay, maternity pay and pension. Access to training courses.
Cons
Lacking a fair and regular appraisal process to review achievements. No focus on career progression.
Good benefits such as sick pay, maternity pay and pension.
9 June 2021
28 June 2021
Does University of Cambridge offer parental leave?
Pros
Generous annual leave allowance, relaxed working environment, good colleagues, respectful, flexible attitudes to working patterns, generous maternity leave, opportunities to network and connect with lots of different people in a variety of subject areas, internal opportunities.
Cons
Contracted roles/ not permanent positions, male dominated particularly in high paid positions, mostly female staff in administrative roles (low paid), pay isn't reflective of cost of living in area, career development is quite passive
Generous annual leave allowance, relaxed working environment, good colleagues, respectful, flexible attitudes to working patterns, generous maternity leave, opportunities to network and connect with lots of different people in a variety of subject areas, internal opportunities.
28 June 2021
3 March 2022
Does University of Cambridge offer a wellness program?
Pros
Meet experienced and knowledgeable people
Cons
Not enough focus on mental health and incredibly demanding workload
Not enough focus on mental health and incredibly demanding workload
3 March 2022
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