US Agricultural Research Service Reviews

Pros

Enjoyment the best environment with the college in the company

Cons

there is nothing to write here. all is good

Pros

For me, ARS is very attractive for a career researcher compared with a university. Although I may give up a bit of freedom, I'm not obligated to seek external funding and I don't teach.

Cons

The long term career path for support scientists is very limited. It's government so there's a certain amount of bureaucratic nonsense.

Pros

Well-funded research and availability of equipment, great benefits, flexible schedule, step increases were consistent.

Cons

The COVID response and implementation of pandemic-related policies was very rocky and inconsistent, overcrowded unit, performance evaluation metrics changed often and both employees and supervisors were not able to give input, purchasing rules changed often and sometimes made it very difficult to get necessary supplies and equipment.

Pros

Great environment. People are awesome!

Cons

I have none to report.

Pros

Great job and working environment

Cons

Slow times in changing paygrade

Pros

Wonderful training for a career in fire

Cons

Can be hard to find promotion opportunities

Pros

Lots of resources for self improvement Nice people around Flexible working schedules (depending on your group)

Cons

Very slow in administrative process if it requires multiple approvals Can be too chilled if you have a relaxed personality

Pros

Set your own ours, learn on the job

Cons

bosses could be a drag

Pros

Impacting Lives of children and families Flexibility Multiple projects and program interactions Continuous training in new methodologies Close knit team and consistent support Benefits

Cons

Opportunities for advancement and advanced degree support

Pros

It’s good with relatively low stress.

Cons

Poor performers stay, high wages performers aren’t properly rewarded.