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      Decent place to work - Data and Policy Analyst III Acumen Employee Review

      4.0
      May 26, 2021
      Data and policy analyst iii
      Recommend
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      Pros

      - I loved working with the people I worked with. They were all driven and caring. - The projects I worked on had real-life impact.

      Cons

      - It was not always clear whether I was doing the most rigorous science or just to placate the clients and make the next deadline. That was a major incentive for me to go back to grad school. - There is a culture of overworking and perhaps an inflation of urgency when it comes to meeting deadline.

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      Acumen Response
      4y
      Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It’s nice to hear the kind words for your co-workers. Our work does have a real-life impact, as we support the development of health care and social policies at all levels of government to address some of society’s most pressing challenges. If our employees ever feel overworked, we recommend sharing those concerns with their manager. We wish you luck in grad school.

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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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