Great - Researcher Smithsonian Employee Review

5.0
28 Jan 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Everyone there was super passionate

Cons

you can only get a FTE if you have a phd, contractor pay should be higher

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5.0
8 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great mission. Strong benefits including health insurance and 403b contribution. Many people stick around for 5, 10, 15+ years.

Cons

Things are sometimes slow due to bureaucracy.

4.0
6 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

There is a strong community and network in museum and natural science collections and support.

Cons

Working conditions have a standard of museum environment settings, not ideal for those that desire to be outside all day.

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