Good first step in your career - Research Associate Genentech Employee Review

4.0
Jan 24, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Large and established company with many opportunities to start your career. - Great benefits and nice location. - Good mission. The work you do is meaningful, even if you are a low-level person.

Cons

- Your career depends to much on your manager. - Sometimes feel like a small cog in a machine.

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Genentech Response
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Great to hear your comment! We believe doing our jobs well positively impacts the lives of millions. So, we take a holistic approach. We understand that our employees’ experiences can be greatly impacted by leadership. We strive to address the management transparency issue and create an environment where every employee feels valued, included, and able to contribute their best to the patients we serve. Again, thanks for sharing your thoughts.

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2.0
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Cons

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