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Employees rate Salk Institute 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 282 anonymous reviews on Glassdoor.

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based on 282 ratings

72% would recommend to a friend

Jerry Joyce

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Mission Every cure has a starting point. Like Dr. Jonas Salk when he conquered polio, Salk scientists are dedicated to innovative biological research. Exploring the molecular basis of diseases makes curing them more likely. In an outstanding and unique environment we gather the foremost scientific minds in the world and give them the freedom to work collaboratively and think creatively. We lead biological research. We prize discovery. Salk is where cures begin.

Description Unlocking the secrets of life itself is the driving force behind the Salk Institute. Our team of world-class, award-winning scientists pushes the boundaries of knowledge in areas such as neuroscience, cancer research, aging, immunobiology, plant biology, computational biology, and more. Founded by Jonas Salk, developer of the first safe and effective polio vaccine, the Institute is an independent, nonprofit research organization and architectural landmark: small by choice, intimate by nature, and fearless in the face of any challenge. Learn more at www.salk.edu.

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A big congratulations to Salk Professors Joanne Chory and Terrence Sejnowski for being named Fellows of the National Academy of Inventors! http://glassdoor.com/slink.htm?key=vQU8D...Show more

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Salk scientists Joanne Chory and Terrence Sejnowski named to National Academy of Inventors - Salk Institute for Biological Studies

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Salk Institute has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 282 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Salk Institute employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology industry (3.5 stars).

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4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Culture & values

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.3

Senior management

3.3

Career opportunities

2.8

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5.0

Great research environment

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