Boston University Reviews

Current Employee – been working at Boston University full-time for more than 3 years

Pros – A great environment, a lot going on, and great connections to a diverse and skilled group of people. They provide excellent employee benefits, especially as it relates to professional development. I have taken advantage of the free workshops and classes they offer about computer programming, business management skills, and a shole host of other

Cons – It can be stressful at times. The schedule is structured around an academic calendar, which can be a bit annoying if you aren't a student or engaged with the academic side of things.

Advice to Senior Management – I really think they are doing a great job. No complaints on my end!

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

Current Employee – been working at Boston University

Pros – Good experience if you want to apply for a research based graduate program

Cons – it will cost you a lot of time to read paper and collect data

Current Employee – been working at Boston University

Pros – nice place to work at all

Cons – it is a bit tough though,

Current Employee – been working at Boston University part-time for more than a year

Pros – The people in educational research group are very nice. The supervisor is always willing to help and solve your questions. Moreover, the part time job can also help student get a tuition deduction.

Cons – Honestly, I do not have any negative comments about working in Boston University. As a graduate student, it is really a good chance to work on campus and get to know more people.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

Current Employee – been working at Boston University part-time for more than a year

Pros – Flixible in hours and location.

Cons – New teaching tool (Blackboard 9.1) is not always the easiest to work with.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

Current Employee – been working at Boston University full-time for more than 3 years

Pros – The people, tuition remission, excellent benefits and time off are all fantastic at Boston University. I really enjoy working there.

Cons – Salaries are a bit lower than other academic institutions. Parking costs on the Medical School campus are a little high.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

Current Employee – been working at Boston University

Pros – Flexible work times, great employer

Cons – Downtown location - hard to commute

Current Employee – been working at Boston University part-time for more than a year

Pros – beautiful campus, great colleagues and smart students

Cons – more focused on academic research, may lead to less attention in real world

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

Former Employee – worked at Boston University full-time for more than a year

Pros – Benefits and pay seem enough for a grad student. Job demands depend largely on the chosen advisor. Oppurtunites often integrate well with classwork and personal interest.

Cons – A small increase of salary would go a long way living in expensive Boston.

Former Employee – worked at Boston University full-time for more than a year

Pros – - Relaxed work environment
- Great advisor and co-workers
- Plenty of learning opportunities
- Plenty of growth opportunities

Cons – - Can get boring sometimes
- If academic research isn't for you then you'll crash out quickly
- Academic pay scale leaves a lot to be desired

Advice to Senior Management – - Keep up the good work and please do what my advisor did: When someone decides to leave let them stay on until they find another job. Biggest blessing I had.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company