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Great place to work with smart researchers, but 100% soft funding is stressful - Anonymous employee Lawrence Berkeley Lab Employee Review

3.0
Jul 24, 2017
Anonymous employee
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Pros

I enjoy working with and learn from all the smart researchers around me. Admin and IT/HPC staff are very kind and capable.

Cons

100% soft funding makes fund-raising extremely important in surviving and thriving in this environment. This has led to people with great technical skills move too early to managerial roles. Career support for postdocs is lacking.

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Pros

Opportunity to work on impactful scientific and engineering projects that support research and innovation. Exposure to multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, scientists, technicians, and project managers. Strong focus on safety, quality, and technical excellence. Good work-life balance and professional development opportunities. Ability to contribute to long-term projects with significant national and scientific importance.

Cons

Large organizations can have multiple layers of review and approval, which may slow decision-making. Processes and documentation requirements can be extensive, especially for safety and compliance purposes. Project priorities can shift based on funding and organizational needs, requiring flexibility and adaptability.

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