2,390 Research Associate Jobs in Rockville, MD

“Hard to find motivation for working even with high salary”

Pros:  “High salary Have reputation in Japanese market”

Cons:  “No work and life balance Cannot use paid holiday Competitive working environment” – Full Review

“Brief Review from Contractor in a Scientific Field”

Pros:  “A paycheck every week. A foot in the door of a prospective permanent employer. They are very responsive when issues crop up regarding any aspect of the contract work you…”

Cons:  “Joule is not a bad place to work for but at the end of the day it is temporary/contract work. Benefits are poor compared to what you would get in a permanent…” – Full Review

“I liked many of the people I worked with but the company's senior management was very limited”

Pros:  “This is based on my experience prior to 2009 Generally good people to work with and a Japanese President who was people oriented Work friendly environment”

Cons:  “Withe new CEO in place during 2008 the environment became toxic. Senior management who were former BMS replaced the existing team and they systematically laid off…” – Full Review

“Great company with excellent benefits, decent pay, good people and a beautiful building. Do watch for occasional layoffs”

Pros:  “Expect to work with highly educated people. Chances are, you will come across a scientist or five while working there, and many of the departmental folk possess a Masters…”

Cons:  “The primary downside is perhaps the downside of MANY private companies - layoffs disguised as "department reorganizations". In the past two years many people were…” – Full Review

“Great Place to Start My Career!”

Pros:  “- Excellent Location in Arlington. Our building is right next to the Metro (Ballston on the Orange line). Our floors were recently renovated - two kitchens on each floor, a…”

Cons:  “I wish I was paid more - but doesn't everyone?! Some of the reviewers may complain about compensation at Cambridge, but new college grads will be able to afford a…” – Full Review

“You could have a long-term career at this successful, respectable company.”

Pros:  “Westat conducts high-quality work that benefits our society is done here by knowledgeable, professional staff. The company offers good working conditions (most professional…”

Cons:  “Increases in work responsibility tend to precede increases in compensation. Rather than getting a clear-cut promotion, Westat often just modifies your role without…” – Full Review

“You could have a long-term career at this successful, respectable company.”

Pros:  “Westat conducts high-quality work that benefits our society is done here by knowledgeable, professional staff. The company offers good working conditions (most professional…”

Cons:  “Increases in work responsibility tend to precede increases in compensation. Rather than getting a clear-cut promotion, Westat often just modifies your role without…” – Full Review