You get what you ask for - Postdoctoral Fellow MIT Employee Review

5.0
Jul 21, 2015
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Pros

Independence and creativity is highly valued. Endless opportunities for networking and expanding skills and education. Great benefits. Outstanding and inspirational community.

Cons

Not so good pay for junior positions. Slow hierarchical climbing. Not a great place for people expecting highly structured working space.

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4.0
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Pros

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