Research Assistant - Graduate Research Assistant MIT Employee Review

5.0
May 30, 2017
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Pros

As a student, having the opportunity to work as a research assistant through your program is extremely useful. Not only does it provide additional work experience and learning opportunities but having a monthly stipend makes your time as a student much more manageable.

Cons

You have to take time out of your studying schedule to work.

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Pros

High quality core facilities and well resourced labs. Countless brilliant colleagues who can serve as mentors and collaborators

Cons

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