Horrible experience - Assistant Professor Penn State Employee Review

2.0
Oct 17, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Decent hours, but the environment is very stressful.

Cons

High stress. High expectations, but poor compensation even when you go above and beyond for the university.

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Pros

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Cons

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5.0
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Pros

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Cons

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