Survey Questions

Survey Questions Best Places to Work Industry 2011 Category Question Research Environment My company provides adequate funding for my research. Research Environment My company’s research mission is logical and practical, and I understand my role in it. Research Environment Open collaboration with other company scientists helps ensure that I meet the company’s goals. Research Environment Good communication between research and other departments ensures that research ideas are implemented effectively. Research Environment My company provides the equipment and services I need to work effectively. Research Environment The administrative and regulatory requirements of my work do not significantly interfere with my research. Research Environment My research is able to be my primary focus during the work day. Management The top management of my company is scientifically knowledgeable and values research. Management The top management of my company sets clear goals. Management My company fosters a spirit of teamwork. Management My company is concerned about maintaining good employee morale. Management My manager includes me in decision making that directly influences my job. Management When problems do arise, my manager consults me and gives me an opportunity to explain my actions. Management My company has coped well with the economic recession. Integrity My company sets and adheres to high ethical standards. Integrity My company portrays our scientific findings to investors and the public in an accurate manner. Integrity Personnel policies are clear and even-handed. Integrity I believe in the mission of my company and its ability to achieve those goals. Communications My company fosters open communication. Communications My company communicates clearly about factors that may directly affect my job, e.g. mergers, downsizing. Communications I can speak openly and easily with other people on the staff. Communications My supervisor helps me understand the reasons behind company research plans. Job Satisfaction My work gives me personal satisfaction. Job Satisfaction I feel that my work is appreciated by my supervisors and management. Job Satisfaction The atmosphere of my company is welcoming to everyone, and people’s differences are respected. Job Satisfaction My colleagues do their job with integrity and professionalism. Job Satisfaction I admire the quality of research done by my colleagues. Job Satisfaction The company is located in a community where it is pleasant to work. Training and Development My company supports my professional development by providing tuition reimbursement, funding for travel to meetings/conferences, and formal training. Training and Development My company provides training and seminars to help with my career advancement. Training and Development Improvements in my performance and capabilities are recognized. Training and Development There are opportunities for professional advancement within my company. Remuneration and Benefits My pay is consistent with or above industry standards. Remuneration and Benefits My pay adequately covers my expenses and provides for reasonable leisure activities, considering the cost of living in my community. Remuneration and Benefits My company provides adequate retirement benefits. Remuneration and Benefits The company provides adequate health care benefits for me and my family at an affordable rate. Remuneration and Benefits My company offers affordable child care options and benefits. Remuneration and Benefits The company provides good vacation and personal time allowances. Remuneration and Benefits The company has a flex time policy so that I can choose my own daily schedule. Policies and Practices My company is an equal opportunity employer, which is demonstrated in hiring and promotion. Policies and Practices My company treats employees fairly regardless of gender, race, age, religion or sexual orientation. Policies and Practices My company has a transparent and fair system for providing pay and benefits. Policies and Practices The evaluation procedures at my company are transparent, consistent, and fairly administered.

Survey Questions

The Scientist Staff

Apr 30, 2011

Survey Questions

Best Places to Work Industry 2011

Category	Question
Research Environment	My company provides adequate funding for my research.
Research Environment	My company’s research mission is logical and practical, and I understand my role in it.
Research Environment	Open collaboration with other company scientists helps ensure that I meet the company’s goals.
Research Environment	Good communication between research and other departments ensures that research ideas are implemented effectively.
Research Environment	My company provides the equipment and services I need to work effectively.
Research Environment	The administrative and regulatory requirements of my work do not significantly interfere with my research.
Research Environment	My research is able to be my primary focus during the work day.
Management	The top management of my company is scientifically knowledgeable and values research.
Management	The top management of my company sets clear goals.
Management	My company fosters a spirit of teamwork.
Management	My company is...