Lack of transparency and direction, high workload, mixed management quality
Pros
Some genuinely talented and supportive coworkers. A few managers truly care about their teams. Good exposure to the life sciences / clinical trial industry.
Cons
Lack of transparency from leadership; priorities change constantly with little explanation. No clear direction — teams often operate in silos with poor communication between departments. Management quality is hit or miss: some are great mentors, others are toxic and create stressful environments. Heavy workload and unrealistic expectations lead to frequent burnout. Compensation has stagnated — no meaningful salary increases despite rising responsibilities. Product reputation has declined due to technical debt and slow improvements. Aggressive push for return-to-office even when remote work was more productive.