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Charles River Laboratories

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Good to start your career but.. - Analyst Charles River Laboratories Employee Review

2.0
Oct 27, 2024
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Pros

Few companies offer opportunities to freshly graduated students, but Charles River Laboratories is one of them. If you lack industry experience, this is a great place to start your career.

Cons

On the downside, the compensation could be better. Additionally, the work environment can feel somewhat bureaucratic, as some scientists have been with the company for a long time and are closely connected to the director. This can lead to a culture resembling a government office, with random days off, frequent remote work, and sometimes a dismissive attitude towards junior staff.

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5.0
May 19, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Charles River is a company that truly works to improve people's health and well being. It's rewarding to work for a company with a great vision and mission. Leadership really cares about employees. Charles River offers many resources for employees. It's a great place to work!

Cons

Pay is slightly under the industry.

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Charles River Laboratories Response
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We regularly review our compensation and benefits to ensure that we continue to provide total rewards that are market competitive, equitable, and aligned with industry standards. We appreciate feedback in this area and use it to help inform adjustments and planning.
3.0
May 19, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Coworkers are people who make the time go by faster.

Cons

The pay is really low compared to everything on the market, yet they claim competitive pay. They do the bare minimum for employee benefits. The dental and health care are also not ideal plans.

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