Amazing place - Data and Policy Analyst Acumen Employee Review

5.0
Mar 6, 2018
Recommend
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Pros

- learn a lot about healthcare policy and meet a lot of talented young individuals - have a substantial impact on healthcare policy in the United States - go home feeling satisfied about the intellectually challenging and interesting research

Cons

- lower pay compared to other places in the Bay Area as well as less perks - experience really depends upon the team you are placed under

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Acumen Response
8y
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5.0
Apr 18, 2026
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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
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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