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Great Benefits, Low Salaries - Staff Research Associate Lawrence Berkeley Lab Employee Review

3.0
6 Apr 2018
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Pros

You are surrounded by very smart people, opportunities to do amazing research. The benefits are great, they have a retirement plan, but I think they are watering it down for newer employees. Once hired, the salaries fail to keep pace, and honestly they start a little low in the first place.

Cons

The salaries start low and don't increase at a rate that keeps pace with inflation. So new hires might be making more than someone who has been there for 15 years. I think the retirement plan is getting watered down for new hires.

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Pros

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Cons

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Pros

Opportunity to work on impactful scientific and engineering projects that support research and innovation. Exposure to multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, scientists, technicians, and project managers. Strong focus on safety, quality, and technical excellence. Good work-life balance and professional development opportunities. Ability to contribute to long-term projects with significant national and scientific importance.

Cons

Large organizations can have multiple layers of review and approval, which may slow decision-making. Processes and documentation requirements can be extensive, especially for safety and compliance purposes. Project priorities can shift based on funding and organizational needs, requiring flexibility and adaptability.

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