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      Make the most of what is available to you - Research Assistant Harvard University Employee Review

      3.0
      Sep 19, 2008
      Research assistant
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      Pros

      It is an amazing educational institution with a wide variety of opportunities available to those who are willing and able to reach for them. The exposure to fascinating people and ideas is truly unique, and some of the senior faculty and management are exceptional leaders and mentors.

      Cons

      You can't eat prestige. Compensation is not always in line with what is appropriate given the marketplace and Boston. The bureaucracy can be difficult to maneuver at times, particularly in times of transition. Communication can be frustrating and piece meal at times with little attempt to explain changes in structure. This can have real impact on morale. Some senior faculty and management do not have time or interest in working with junior employees.

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      5.0
      Jul 10, 2026
      Postdoctoral fellow
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      Pros

      Excellent infrastructure, people, breathtaking resources

      Cons

      None, really. Wish they offered 2 year postdocs at the MHC

      2.0
      Jun 30, 2026
      Coordinator
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      Pros

      Great Union and benefits for non-profits/higher ed. Wonderful colleagues outside of leadership!

      Cons

      GSD Development and Alumni Relations (under current leadership) is an incredibly toxic work environment. I didn't realize the intensity of the toll it took on my until after leaving, and I am not one to leave a negative review, but as they are hiring for several positions currently, I wish to share words of caution with applicants. Cons: - Absolutely not a safe space for anyone who is Black, brown, trans, queer, working-class, or disabled - 100% top-down direction. No room for personal exploration, initiative, or creativity. - Minimal guidance from leadership - Frequent pivots, even in the late stages of projects - Petty, immature talking behind your back by leadership - No upward mobility unless the Associate Dean or Dean like you - Deeply disingenuous comments, reflections, and feedback from leadership - Complete lack of transparency on direction, goals, etc. - Small mistakes are made cornerstones of performance evaluations, while leadership routinely missteps. Leadership never takes accountability. - Top-down policy decisions, completely lacking detail, thought, and care outside of legal ramifications - Ever-changing in-office requirements

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