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Research Assistant - Anonymous employee Lawrence Berkeley Lab Employee Review

5.0
Oct 20, 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

The environment was very academic and you could really tell that everyone there was there for a specific reason. I learned a great deal from my PI and other members of the team were always willing to help if I needed it at all.

Cons

Plays off the pro really--if you are not at LBL to pursue something that you are genuinely interested in, then it will be difficult to stay focused here. There is not much to offer aside from the lab itself, as I worked in an Emeryville portion of the lab and not on the hill itself.

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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.

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