Pros
New technology, diverse responsibilities, multiple programs
Kontras
Translate Bio has an interesting platform that has the potential to address rare diseases. The company has grown over the last six years and is now at well over 100 employees. Benefits are average, by industry standards, with stock options (not grants). Mediocre healthcare choices with high co-pays for common medications. Salaries are about average with disappointing bonuses given the extremely long hours (80+ per week) and stressful work environment. The company has very generous and flexible vacation benefits provided you keep up with your email, attend meetings, and complete assigned action items on time. Standard vacation policy but in many groups these hours cannot be claimed and the company has no option to sell back unused time. Company shut-down twice a year but many people are required to work. Time off can be carried over to the following year but that too often goes unused due to ‘mission critical’ activities. Aggressive manufacturing schedules include holidays, evenings, and weekends. There is an enormous amount work and a desperate lack of resources. Project timelines are unrealistic leading to contentious meetings with suppliers and employees. Management is seemingly oblivious to workloads and the need for a reasonable work-life balance.