Unexpected Layoffs - Senior Scientist Amyris Employee Review

2.0
Feb 12, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

The science and culture in R and D were great for years.

Cons

The culture has greatly diminished over the last 4 years. The science capabilities are taking a step back as they try to emerge from Chapter 11. Management and every aspect of the business besides R and D have never succeeded - there is no reason to think that the future will be much different given that the people at the top, who got Amyris into bankruptcy, are mostly still at the helm. The HR department is likely one of the worst out there.

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5.0
Sep 25, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

- work/life balance - ability to grow in multiple directions - prioritization of safety culture

Cons

- higher level management structure can be confusing or seem disorganized at times

3.0
Jan 11, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good pay and unlimited time off policy was really nice.

Cons

Management really screwed the company by not being financially responsible and sinking money into consumer brands that did not move the needle.

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