University Of Rochester

Item: University Of Rochester
Rating: 8.44
Author: research assistant at the University Of Rochester

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The University of Rochester is a private research university in New York, known for its cutting-edge research and emphasis on interdisciplinary education.

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7.9

Rating based on 67 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz

About jobs at the University Of Rochester

Pay

Okay

Only some people get paid breaks

Do workers at the University Of Rochester get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.

How we know this
63% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

Good jobs pay you for your break time.

You should get paid for all the time you’re at work, even when you’re on break.

Good

Most people get paid sick leave

Does the University Of Rochester give paid sick leave?

Yes. Most people get paid leave when they’re sick.

How we know this
88% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

Most US companies don’t have to pay you when you’re sick - only some states require it.

But we believe a good job should pay you when you can’t work because you’re sick. Everyone gets sick sometimes.

Good

Most people don’t do unpaid extra work

Do workers at the University Of Rochester do extra work that they don't get paid for?

Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.

How we know this
88% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

You should be paid for all the work you do.

A good job pays you for every minute you spend working for your employer.

Hours and flexibility

Okay

Less than 4 weeks notice of work schedule
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
Only some people find out their schedule four weeks ahead of time.

How we know this
- 35% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 23% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 35% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2025.
Why this matters

We believe your workplace should tell you your schedule at least 4 weeks ahead of time.

You need to know when you’ll be working so you can plan your life and know how much money you’ll earn.

Good

Most people don’t worry about their hours

Do workers at the University Of Rochester worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.

How we know this
95% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

A good employer should give you the hours you need each week.

You shouldn’t have to struggle or beg for work time.

Okay

Only some people can choose their shifts

Do the University Of Rochester workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.

How we know this
43% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.

Okay

Can be hard to change shifts

How easy is it for the University Of Rochester workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.

How we know this
37% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

A good job works with your personal life.

It should be easy to change your schedule when you need to - both for emergencies and when you’re planning ahead.

Good

Easy to get time off

How easy is it to get time off at the University Of Rochester?

Most people find it easy to get time off.

How we know this
84% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

A good job should let you use your vacation time when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a hassle to arrange.

Good

Schedules don’t get changed at the last minute

Do the University Of Rochester managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.

How we know this
90% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

If your bosses keep changing your schedule at the last minute, that shows they aren’t planning well.

Good jobs don’t switch your hours around without warning.

Good

Most people find it easy to take sick leave

How easy is it to take sick leave at the University Of Rochester?

Most people find it easy to take sick leave.

How we know this
85% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

Everyone gets sick sometimes.

You should be able to stay home when you need to get better.

A good job should make it easy to take sick time and have clear steps for letting them know you’re sick.

Good

Most students say it’s good

Is a University Of Rochester job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.

How we know this
75% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2025.

Good

Most parents say it’s good

Is working at the University Of Rochester good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.

How we know this
80% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2025.

Why this matters

A good job should understand when you need to take care of your kids or help sick family members. Your work should respect your family needs.

Workplace

Good

Most people feel treated with respect

Do people at the University Of Rochester feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.

How we know this
87% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

Your boss should treat you with respect.

No one at work should bully you or treat you unfairly.

If you have a problem, you should be able to talk to someone else who can help.

Good

Most people get breaks without interruption

Do people at the University Of Rochester get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.

How we know this
81% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

When you take a break it should be a proper rest. You should be able to do what you want to and not get pulled off it early.

Needs improving

Most people are stressed out

Is it stressful to work at the University Of Rochester?

Most people feel stressed out here.

How we know this
77% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

Work can be hard sometimes, but you shouldn’t feel stressed all the time.

Your boss should make sure there are enough people and resources to get the work done without feeling overwhelmed.

Good

Most people enjoy their job

Do people at the University Of Rochester enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.

How we know this
81% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Okay

Only some people recommend their team

Do people at the University Of Rochester recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.

How we know this
45% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

The people you work with every day are important. They can make the difference between a bad day and a good one.

Okay

Only some people get enough training

Do people get enough training when they start at the University Of Rochester?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.

How we know this
35% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

A good job should train you well from your first day, not just throw you into the deep end.

Nobody can do their job well without proper training at the start.

Okay

Only some people get support to advance

Do people get support to advance at the University Of Rochester?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.

How we know this
In the last year, 40% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

A good job should help you grow, if you want to.

This could mean getting better at your current job, learning new things, becoming a team leader, or taking on more duties.

This helps you build skills and earn more money.

Needs improving

Headquarters doesn't understand what's happening

Do people think the University Of Rochester’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.

How we know this
92% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

In a good job, the people running the organisation should support the workers who do the hands-on work.

To do this well, they need to know what’s really happening at each location.

This is extra important when an organisation has many different sites.

Okay

Only some people feel well informed by headquarters

Do workers feel well informed about how the University Of Rochester is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.

How we know this
49% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2025.

Why this matters

A good employer shares news with all its workers.

You should know how your employer is doing - both the good news and the problems.

Managers should keep you updated about what’s happening.