Research Scientist Review
by GSK
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
4.7
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The Company
4.6
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The Culture
3.9
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
Entering the world of full time work for the first time was made both very enjoyable and challenging.
The staff made all student extremely welcome and valued our input and opinions at all times.
My supervisor gave up a large amount of time throughout the year teaching me, encouraging me, and discussing my work. Our relationship grew very strong and we were able to discuss a wide range of things comfortably which helped when living away from home.
The work load was always appropriate except toward the end of the placement to get the report finished, which was a necessity.
Each project given to a student contributes to the work effort as they are projects that really need to be carried out whether it be by the students or the full time staff. I was also given opportunities to present to some well respected people within the company.
The skills I learnt throughout my placement are essential for both my third year undergraduate study and the rest of my career. These skills include lab work, presentations skills, communication and confidence. It also allowed me to make contacts with scientists within the company that may be able to provide support/guidance in the future.
The Company
A good balance between hard work and social/professional discussions. The open plan offices allowed easy access to supervisors/managers and other team members making them very approachable and discussions a lot easier.
They have a lot of experience in bringing in a group of students to many different departments every year and are aware of how to get the students to receive the best out of their placements.
My placement allowed training in a wide area of laboratory work with my supervisor and manager both investigating a lot of time in me. This therefore means that the company have allowed time for the staff to help, ensuring all of the training we required was provided.
Flexi Time
Sports and Social Club
Subsidised/Company Gym
Company Parties/Events
Staff Sales/Staff Shop
Above 25 days holiday
Working from home
If the organisation was closer to home I would have already applied but unfortunately they have no sites any closer.
The Culture
Students were arranging social events every weekend, and get together throughout the week,
Pretty average. No more expensive than my home area.
The area itself was okay but being so close to London makes the possibilities endless.
Due to having time in the evenings to yourself I took it as an opportunity to partake in some extra activities such as a running club before going back to university and having little time to myself.
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
East Midlands
November 2011
