Graduate Student - Graduate Research Assistant UC Riverside Employee Review

3.0
22 Mar 2019
Recommend
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Pros

good benefits like health and dental, ease of access to campus resources

Cons

Terrible pay for the amount of research that is expected. Terrible bosses if you pick the wrong PI. The only way to get out in a reasonable amount of time is to overwork yourself.

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5.0
18 June 2026
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Pros

Great institution serving a diverse student population. Plenty of interesting research labs. Decent benefits.

Cons

Commuter school so traffic and parking can be terrible. Select your PI wisely, and ensure healthy work life balance.

5.0
7 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good balance and structure depending on the professor you work for. Good recommendations from professor for life.

Cons

Professors will take credit for your work and overwork you at times.

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