NIH reviews

4.1

80% would recommend to a friend

(2,340 total reviews)
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Francis S. Collins

82% approve of CEO

60% positive business outlook

NIH has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 2,340 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The NIH employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology industry (3.5 stars).

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2K reviews
4.0
Apr 19, 2012

mostly positive

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Pros

some of the best research in the world going on. A fair amount of independence, good work/life balance, plus you don't have to worry about funding.

Cons

not much chance for advancement, salaries are mediocre, must be in DC, can't accept outside consulting etc, can be a political punching bag

5.0
Apr 14, 2012
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Pros

Postdoctoral pay at federal installations are generally higher than most research based academic institutions. Extensive collaborations, vast array of research opportunities. Great administrative staff. Great mentors and role models.

Cons

An extensive amount of paperwork needs to be filed for doing the smallest of things and the area in the vicinity of NIH is exorbitantly expensive.

5.0
Apr 5, 2012

Fun place to do research!

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Pros

There are so many wonderful training opportunities and scientific seminars to attend while at NIH. It's a diverse work place where collaborations between scientists easily occur.

Cons

NIH only allows trainees to stay for 5 years. Sometimes a project is not complete in 5 years, but is close to publication. NIH will not extend the employee beyond 5 years unless there are unusual circumstances.

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