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      Interesting research, unhealthy culture - Anonymous employee Acumen Employee Review

      2.0
      27 Oct 2017
      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
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      Pros

      -Interesting projects. -If you have a good manager and respectful team, this can be a great place to work.

      Cons

      -Managers can be terrible, with some in position due to cults of personality rather than creativity, ingenuity or intelligence. No manager development program. Some managers are blatantly disrespectful, dishonest, and/or sexist. -High turnover, resulting in periodic overwork -Sub-optimal performance review system that encourages backstabbing but doesn't close the information loop and provide constructive feedback. -Acumen has implemented a policy that current managers can't provide references to employees who are leaving the company. This is a huge red flag; HR is aware that the culture is bad, and the response is not to improve the situation, but rather to limit your options as you leave.

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      Acumen Response
      8y
      Thank you for your thoughtful review. I would be very interested in what team you have been a part of . As a company, we are working very hard to create a healthy and productive environment for everyone. Unfortunately we can't address an issue if we don't know about it. I am sorry you didn't feel we would be receptive to your issues and we did not have an opportunity to improve. The company has been building a better culture over the last year and the feedback I do get has been positive. To address your reference issue - this is a legal requirement, not a cultural one. Even though you have left the company, I would welcome your feedback. Barbara

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      5.0
      18 Apr 2026
      Associate researcher
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      - The work is intellectually engaging and gave me many chances to grow technically. - I learned a lot from talented coworkers and appreciated being part of projects with real-world relevance. - There was also good exposure to translating technical work into clear, usable takeaways.

      Cons

      - The work can be intense and detail-heavy, and deadlines can sometimes feel demanding. - Priorities may shift quickly, which can make it hard to plan ahead. - At times, the volume of revisions and fast pace can be stressful.

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      Acumen Response
      2mo
      We've heard that this type of feedback is helpful to new graduates and prospective applicants, particularly your perspective on the pros and cons of working here. Please continue to share your experiences during your career journey with us. We wish you the best!
      2.0
      26 June 2026
      Research analyst
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Great people to work with overall

      Cons

      Management is disorganized No incentives to want to continue working there

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