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      Cracking under PRESSURE - Senior Clinical Research Associate AbbVie Employee Review

      2.0
      Oct 10, 2017
      Senior clinical research associate
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      When I went to work in Oncology at AbbVie, I was very interested in working on Rare Disease again and their molecular program was presented as impressive. Upon arrival it was immediate dissent. The CEO gave notice, several employees just didn't show up but sent emails that they were quitting due to a lack of structure or management. I stayed because Oncology is a an area of interest for me.

      Cons

      I left after being mis-managed and having to manage the verbal and psychological abuse the leads and director dumped on all their employees. The Director (a male) made sexist, and racist comments openly and often left meeting with staff jaws open. This company has/had a good reputation for staff and culture, but just a scratch and you can see it for what it is. BAD

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      At AbbVie, we strive to maintain an inclusive and diverse organization with people who reflect the thousands of communities we serve around the world, and to treat employees fairly and equitably at all times. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to our Ethics and Compliance Helpline by dialing 800-254-0462

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      Cons

      Your experience is almost entirely dictated by your managers. Adherence to official policies is super variable. Site is relatively siloed from the rest of the company, top-heavy, and academic. Too many PhDs, not enough entry level development to support projects and execution. Sometimes a lack of clear leadership or direction and bizarre "old school" pharma opaque communication. Very limited, once yearly opportunities for promotion. Bizarre pay /compensation penalties for taking parental leave that saddles two different calendar years.

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