Cool work, low pay - Research Assistant MIT Employee Review

3.0
Nov 17, 2022
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Pros

Cool research, smart coworkers, freedom to pursue research interests

Cons

Workload is high, low pay especially in high cost area like Boston and compared to industry salaries

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