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      5.0
      Oct 20, 2014
      Research scientist
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      Pros

      Challenging, eye-opening; you work really hard, but it's worth it; you are not cutting edge - you reach beyond the cutting edge

      Cons

      Steep learning curve, not much time to enjoy all the opportunities offered, competitive atmosphere can be off-putting to some people

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      5.0
      Jun 20, 2026
      Phd graduate student
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      Pros

      Great School for doing a PhD

      Cons

      You have to do a PhD

      4.0
      Jun 19, 2026
      Postdoctoral associate
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Brilliant colleagues A good degree of research independence Research funding sufficient for running experiments

      Cons

      Research divisions are mostly uncoordinated Administrative support is more reactive than proactive

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