Better than university postdoc positions - IRTA Postdoctoral Fellow NIH Employee Review

5.0
5 Jul 2023
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Pros

Higher base pay with regulated annual increase and mechanisms for additional/supplemental stipend Greater benefits (medical, dental, vision, transportation, etc) Better work and life balance (mostly 9-5) Relaxed vibe and yet impactful science Opportunities to mentor post-bacs and NIH-joint doctoral students Great mentors who are senior scientists and PIs

Cons

Rigid security (especially anything IT-related)...

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5.0
24 May 2026
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Pros

Great benefits and good hours

Cons

If you’re not a liberal or progressive you will be the kid with lice. During the Biden admin your skin color is the only thing that mattered not your skill.

3.0
2 Jun 2026
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Pros

Gain independence, great opportunities depending on home university

Cons

Low pay, taxes not taken out

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