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      4.0

      87% would recommend to a friend

      (85 total reviews)
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      Daniel Coderre

      87% approve of CEO

      48% positive business outlook

      INRS has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 85 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there.

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      4.0
      18 Mar 2021

      Pros and Cons of a small research university

      Sshrc supporter graduate student
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      Pros

      - As a *research* university, there are more professors than (graduate) students, which allow for great availability of funding AND mentoring for every admitted students.

      Cons

      - The lesser amount of students can be felt in a relatively less vibrant student life and collegiality, i.e. fewer people to exchange with, which should be a central component of graduate life. If you don't find a niche of research coinciding with an already established research group, there is a risk of spending much time alone.

      4.0
      6 Jan 2026

      INRS pros and cons

      Postdoctoral researcher
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      Pros

      Highly research-intensive and reputable in Canada Graduate students only The density of postdoctoral fellows is high

      Cons

      The location is far from the city. This location is in an industrial zone, so it does not feel like a university.

      5.0
      30 Sept 2025

      GOOD

      Phd student
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      Pros

      Strong Research Reputation – INRS-ETE is well regarded for environmental sciences, water research, bioprocesses, and sustainable technologies. It’s a hub for specialized expertise. Collaborative Environment – Interdisciplinary projects bring together engineers, microbiologists, chemists, and environmental scientists, fostering innovation.

      Cons

      Language Barrier – Daily life in Quebec City strongly leans on French; professional life is bilingual, but outside work, not knowing French can be challenging. Limited Local Industry Jobs – Compared to Toronto, Montreal, or Ontario in general, Quebec City has fewer biotech companies, so career transitions may require relocation.

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