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      Decent first-job experience, poor management, and complete lack of work-life balance - Data and Policy Analyst Acumen Employee Review

      3.0
      Feb 14, 2018
      Data and policy analyst
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      Pros

      Good exposure to health policy, allows you to get involved and to have a lot of responsibility very quickly. Coworkers are incredibly intelligent and kind people aside from the occasional snide comment made by data analysts who think they're smarter than writer/coordinators.

      Cons

      The salary is "okay" for the bay area but for the number of hours worked and compared to the rate other "consulting" firms pay their employees it's lacking. Work hours are OFTEN extreme, but this may depend on the team you're working in. Would often work 12 hour days plus commuting home. The issue with working late too is that if you don't have a vehicle you have to uber to BART, which happens very often, and that is not reimbursed by the company so it becomes a significant expense.

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      Acumen Response
      8y
      Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. Sorry you had to take an Uber after the free shuttle hours.

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      5.0
      Apr 18, 2026
      Associate researcher
      Recommend
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      Pros

      - The work is intellectually engaging and gave me many chances to grow technically. - I learned a lot from talented coworkers and appreciated being part of projects with real-world relevance. - There was also good exposure to translating technical work into clear, usable takeaways.

      Cons

      - The work can be intense and detail-heavy, and deadlines can sometimes feel demanding. - Priorities may shift quickly, which can make it hard to plan ahead. - At times, the volume of revisions and fast pace can be stressful.

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      Acumen Response
      2mo
      We've heard that this type of feedback is helpful to new graduates and prospective applicants, particularly your perspective on the pros and cons of working here. Please continue to share your experiences during your career journey with us. We wish you the best!
      2.0
      Jun 26, 2026
      Research analyst
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Great people to work with overall

      Cons

      Management is disorganized No incentives to want to continue working there

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