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Caltech (California)

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Science lover's paradise, nerdy or not. - Postdoctoral Researcher Caltech (California) Employee Review

5.0
Sep 30, 2008
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Pros

Caltech is undeniably one of the top leading research university in the world. Researchers have very open mind to the neighboring research area and therefore there are plenty of opportunities to collaborate with other researchers in the related fields. Sitting at the edge of the Los Angeles metropolitan area, one can enjoy diverse cultural life as well as various outdoor life such as beach-going and skiing. If you are single and love sciences, this is the place to be.

Cons

Since it is mostly a educational institution, Caltech does not have a strong compensation system for its postdoctoral researchers. I guess this is true with other universities. Pasadena is a very expensive place to live in too. However,it should be OK if you are single.

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5.0
Jul 14, 2026
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Pros

Great environment, lots of interesting talks going on every day

Cons

Lack of dining options, society too small

4.0
Jul 20, 2026
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Pros

Experience depends on Department and Professor. HSS is supportive of their employees, some great admins. Career development programs and other educational opportunities. Lots of brilliant researchers. Grad student and postdoc union.

Cons

The university is no longer supportive of HSS. Salary is typical for this position, which is bad. Departments are somewhat siloed, not so much collaboration. Federal funding cuts are having bad effects on operations and research.

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