Where you don't want a job if your aspiration is to be a scientist - Senior Research Chemist PPG Employee Review

1.0
2 Mar 2018
Recommend
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Pros

Nice looking research facility. Plenty of analytical toys to provide capability.

Cons

hierarchal, lack of talented management, poor career advancement opportunities, no structure in place for innovation, not invented here syndrome, little to no organic growth, not the place for a PhD looking to become a scientist. Soft skills rather than science skills, quantity over quality, everyone is replaceable. Perception based approach to many facets within the organization. Reactive instead of proactive workplace. Big and slow moving global entity which is struggles to work together.

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5.0
15 Apr 2026
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Pros

Very good work environment and your manager will give you a lot of support

Cons

Remote area where there is not much attractions

4.0
17 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

good management, flexible hours, great communication

Cons

low base pay compared to industry peers, frequent corporate restructurings and layoffs, and a siloed culture with poor work-life balance

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