MBAs run running science is an experiment in futility - Biochemist Abbott Employee Review

3.0
17 May 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

A good place for starting out as a non Ph.D. scientist. You learn the ins and outs of corporate life and the realities of dealing with the FDA.

Cons

Rather low pay compared to the industry standard. WAY too much MBA nonsense to comply with that adds no value to you or the product.

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5.0
3 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Work life balance is great

Cons

Remote work opportunities are minimal.

2.0
1 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Strong brand recognition and leadership position in diabetes technology. * Opportunity to work with innovative products that positively impact patients’ lives. * Talented and dedicated colleagues across many functions. * Competitive compensation and benefits

Cons

Leadership quality varies significantly across departments, with some areas experiencing challenges related to communication and transparency * Expectations and role priorities can shift without sufficient communication or alignment, making it difficult for employees to understand how success is measured * Employees may not always receive consistent coaching, support, or constructive feedback needed for professional growth. * Some teams may experience a culture that feels fear-based rather than collaborative (Market Access) * Concerns raised by employees may not always be addressed through direct, productive dialogue. * In certain groups, the work environment can feel exclusionary or politically driven, limiting opportunities for meaningful collaboration.

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