Abcam Reviews
Updated 12 Feb 2020
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Alan Hirzel
75 Ratings
Pros
"There is also a strong focus on work/life balance driven from the CEO down" (in 21 reviews)
"the work environment looks and feels much more professional and modern" (in 15 reviews)
Cons
"Somewhat low pay, with no opportunity for pay increases other than COLA adjustment" (in 9 reviews)
"This means you don’t get a car parking space every day" (in 7 reviews)
"Great opportunities to grow, amazing people to learn from"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Abcam full-time for more than 3 years
Pros
If you like a challenge and fast-paced environment, this is the place to be
Cons
Sometimes feels like we are growing too fast - not enough resource, not being looked after well enough
Abcam2020-02-12"You can really make a difference at this company with a difference!"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Abcam full-time for less than a year
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Fantastic values which are truly lived. Despite the company's success there is a 'glass is half empty' mentality - a culture of constantly learning and striving to do the extraordinary.
Cons
Grew up quickly so in some areas structure and processes are catching up! But everyone has the opportunity to shape these.
Continue readingAbcam2020-02-12"Forward thinking, flexible employer"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Abcam full-time for less than a year
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Flexibility (work from home a few days a week). No set break/lunch etc so you are treated like an adult. Great restaurant on site. Great, positive culture.
Cons
Car parking, park and ride nearby is annoying!
Continue readingAbcam2020-02-05- Helpful (2)
"Great company to work for"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Abcam full-time for more than 10 years
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The culture and people at Abcam are amazing. It is a fun environment with so many treats and perks such as free fruit, a games room and not forgetting our very own Barista making us fresh coffee in our fabulous cafe Mollys. We have an Agile working policy meaning we can work elsewhere at times making life just that little bit easier. The investment in development and training for employees is a huge bonus giving everyone opportunities to grow. I have worked at Abcam for a long time and developed my career with support and guidance from amazing Managers who have believed in me and my abilities.
Cons
Being on the biomedical campus at Addenbrookes has its disadvantages depending on where you live due to the volume of traffic coming into Cambridge. This is dependent on what time you come into the office though. Abcam has a car park for ~140 card with ~450 employees in the building so we only get to park at the building about 7 times a month. Alternative options must be used such as the park and rides and buses. This was annoying when we first moved to the new building but now I have my new routine I don’t even think of it.
Continue readingAbcam2019-12-11 - Helpful (1)
"Abcam"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Abcam full-time for more than a year
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Great company with fantastic people.
Cons
Parking can be a challenge
Abcam2019-12-13 - Helpful (1)
"Exceeded Expectations, Continues To Do So"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Abcam full-time for less than a year
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The culture of care is amazing here. Everyone from line managers right up to the tippy top CEO actually care about their employees. Abcam is also pretty well funded so, unlike other companies, you're not cutting important resources just to make budget each month. Also, if you're in the Cambridge site, you get to work in a gorgeous building that's full of eco-friendly features.
Cons
The only one I can think of is not being able to drive to work every day. But honest, that works for me.
Continue readingAbcam2019-12-11 - Helpful (2)
"Wonderful Company"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Abcam full-time for more than 5 years
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Positive mission to help life scientists Relaxed and friendly company culture Senior management strongly support the use of data and insights across the business
Cons
There are so many exciting projects underway, it is easy for us to get distracted and leave things unfinished.
Continue readingAbcam2019-09-16 - Helpful (2)
"Excellent Employer & Team to work with"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Abcam full-time for less than a year
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Leadership from CEO and ELT Great "How can we..." culture Ambitious growth plans
Cons
There are almost infinite opportunities for growth, the only problem is that time is finite and working out what to do first
Continue readingAbcam2019-09-13 - Helpful (2)
"Amazing company going places"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Abcam full-time for more than 3 years
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Great atmosphere; friendly and supportive co-workers; interesting work and many opportunities to develop my career; lots of traing and encouragement for self development; amazing building; fast paced and exciting buzz; flexible working encouraged
Cons
a lot of change as we grow; new finance system just gone live so a lot to learn; can be long hours at peak times
Continue readingAbcam2019-09-10 "Good Culture"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Abcam full-time for more than 3 years
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Good culture, Nice building, Friendly Staff, Good management
Cons
IT systems are just awful
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