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      Crown Bioscience

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      Crown Bioscience Reviews

      2.8

      32% would recommend to a friend

      (108 total reviews)
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      John Gu

      15% approve of CEO

      24% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      3.2

      Diversity and inclusion

      2.9

      Culture and values

      2.8

      Work/Life balance

      2.7

      Compensation and benefits

      2.6

      Career opportunities

      2.5

      Senior management

      Crown Bioscience has an employee rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars, based on 108 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Crown Bioscience employee rating is 20% below average for employers within the Pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry (3.5 stars).

      Reviews by job title

      108 reviews
      1.0
      12 Jan 2024

      A Mixed Bag of Compensation and Concerns

      Research associate
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      One of the redeeming aspects of working at Crownbio is the relatively decent remuneration package and insurance benefits provided to employees.

      Cons

      Clock-in, Clock-out Rigidity: As mentioned by other reviewers, the clock-in, clock-out system raises concerns and it is really rare to have such a rigid system in the research field in Singapore. The company fails to compensate for extra hours spent on practice or paperwork, and there's a questionable stance when working less than 8 hours a day. This policy seems to prioritize physical presence over actual results, fostering an environment that may not be conducive to productivity. Feedback Illusion: Higher management claims to value feedback and questions from their employees. However, the reality appears to be different. They always have excuses to explain and make everything seem to be reasonable, but the explanation they provide doesn't answer the question raised. Problems are not effectively addressed, and employees expressing concerns may face the risk of being labeled troublesome. The use of micromanagement tactics to discourage feedback further impedes an open and constructive work culture. Health and Safety Oversight: A significant concern is the lack of welfare for the RAs, particularly in terms of health. Despite handling mice and tumor samples, employees are not provided with essential vaccinations such as Hepatitis B and Tetanus. This oversight poses potential health risks to the RAs and raises questions about the company's commitment to employee well-being. Misleading Job Descriptions: The company's job descriptions may be misleading, creating false expectations for employees. While there's an emphasis on research during interviews, the actual role of Research Assistants seems to be more about following orders and conducting experiments only. This disparity between expectations and reality can lead to dissatisfaction among employees. Ineffective HR: The Human Resources department seems to fall short in addressing employee concerns. Face-to-face interactions with HR are limited, with meaningful discussions only occurring during exit interviews. Additionally, blaming employees for expressing some facts during exit interviews does not reflect a proactive or supportive HR approach.

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      Crown Bioscience Response
      2y
      Thank you for taking the time to provide detailed feedback on your experience at Crown Bioscience. We take all feedback seriously as we continuously strive to improve our workplace environment and policies. We acknowledge your concerns regarding the rigidity of our clock-in, clock-out system and the lack of compensation for extra hours spent on practice or paperwork. We understand the importance of fostering a work culture that prioritizes productivity and results over physical presence, and we will review our policies to ensure they align with these principles. We have recently made improvements to our overtime allowance policy to ensure that employees are fairly compensated for their additional hours worked. The clock-in, clock-out system is essential for accurately computing overtime pay, and we believe it is necessary to maintain transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Regarding your feedback on the management's response to employee concerns, we apologize if you felt that your feedback was not effectively addressed. We also want to highlight that we regularly hold townhall meetings to address concerns and feedback from our employees. These meetings provide a platform for open communication and allow us to keep our employees informed about company updates and initiatives. We are committed to fostering an open and constructive work culture where all employees feel heard and valued. We will continue to improvise our feedback mechanisms and management practices to ensure that employee concerns are addressed in a timely and meaningful manner. We have taken note of your concerns regarding health and safety oversight, especially the absence of essential vaccinations for employees handling mice and tumor samples. Ensuring the well-being of our employees is paramount to us, and we are committed to reviewing our health and safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices. We also appreciate your feedback on job descriptions and the effectiveness of our HR department. In terms of job descriptions, we strive to ensure that they accurately reflect the roles and responsibilities of our employees. However, we understand that there may be discrepancies between expectations and reality in some cases. We will review our job descriptions to ensure they accurately reflect the roles and responsibilities of our employees. Additionally, we will take steps to improve communication and support from our HR department to address employee concerns in a proactive and supportive manner. Thank you again for sharing your insights and suggestions. Your feedback will help us make necessary improvements to create a positive and supportive work environment for all employees.
      1.0
      31 Aug 2023

      Navigating Micromanagement, Unmet Promises, and Ethical Concerns

      Research associate
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Decent renumeration package and decent insurance package being provided.

      Cons

      Many reviews posted by others in San Diego and China sites are completely TRUE. Please read them. - Micromanaging: One of the worse micromanaging company in Singapore's research field. - Dubious HR procedures: Despite exceeding the initially promised deadline by a significant margin, the long-awaited employee handbook containing essential guidelines, regulations, and employee benefits has not yet been released. - Stated the presence of meeting minutes for townhall meetings, yet no actual documentation of the town hall meeting minutes was provided. - Clock in, Clock out system: One of the very few science research companies which has a clock in clock out system AND many timesheets/tracking items. - Concerns regarding animal research welfare and ethical considerations: Instances have arisen where experiments were initiated prior to obtaining proper approval or where slight deviations from approved protocols occurred, despite repeated warnings and reprimands for such actions. - Toxic environment / Unhealthy atmosphere: The workplace is characterized by rampant speculation and gossip, while the management tends to extract information from others when in doubt instead of directly addressing the individuals involved. Moreover, a favoritism-based approach seems to prevail over a system that rewards based on merit. - Repeated instances of unfulfilled commitments: Numerous pledges regarding bonuses, feedback mechanisms, transparency, and other matters have been made. False verbal assurances concerning bonuses were even given prior to joining. While the management consistently emphasizes the importance of feedback and openness, it appears that little to no action is taken in response to provided feedback and well-reasoned explanations.

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      Crown Bioscience Response
      2y
      Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback about your time at Crown Bioscience. Your input is highly valued as we strive to enhance our workplace environment and policies for the benefit of all our employees. We acknowledge your concerns regarding micromanagement, HR procedures, the clock-in, clock-out system, and ethical considerations in animal research. Rest assured, we are actively addressing these issues to foster a more positive and supportive work environment for everyone. As a newly established site, developing a comprehensive employee handbook and standard operating procedures (SOPs) is a challenging task. However, please be assured that we are diligently working on finalizing these documents to provide clear guidance and regulations for our team. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the delay in their release. Transparency and communication are paramount to us, and we understand the importance of documenting townhall meeting minutes. Moving forward, we will ensure that meeting minutes are documented and accessible to all employees. While we recognize that the clock-in, clock-out system may feel restrictive to some, it is implemented to ensure transparency and fairness in our timekeeping and compensation practices. We are reviewing our policies to ensure they align with our principles of transparency and employee well-being. Your concerns about the work environment and management practices are taken seriously. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive culture where every employee feels valued and heard. Efforts are underway to create a healthier atmosphere for our team. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to improve our policies and practices. Your feedback is invaluable in guiding necessary changes, and we are dedicated to addressing these issues promptly. Thank you once again for sharing your insights. Your feedback plays a crucial role in our ongoing efforts to create a positive and supportive work environment for all our employees.
      2.0
      29 Apr 2025

      Pros and Cons of working in Crown Bio

      Research associate
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Small and collaborative group Supportive upper management but subjected to the department

      Cons

      Non cohesive in upper management team micromanage supervisor but subjected to the department

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