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Good benefits, flexible hours and interesting work - Research Associate Lawrence Berkeley Lab Employee Review

4.0
May 14, 2019
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Pros

See the title of this review. Very nice retirement and medical benefits, although your salary will be less than in industry. However, there is a lot of flexibility with when you do your work and vacations are respected (and expected!)

Cons

Lower pay makes it hard to live in the bay area. LBL only have real career advancement for those with a Ph D. (maybe that's not wrong, just limiting for me at the moment.)

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Pros

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Cons

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5.0
Jun 21, 2026
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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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