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Our Values
1. Stay close to the work
Whether in education, health, or the criminal justice system - we know the people most affected by the issues should help drive the solutions. Our teams work closely with educators and parents, scientists, and researchers, advocates, and community leaders to ensure the voices of system-impacted communities are heard every step of the way.
“It’s been my experience, personally and professionally, that the people impacted by problems are often best positioned to develop solutions, when equipped with the right resources. Through CZI, I’m humbled to support local leaders and organizations serving the most vulnerable in their communities.”
2. Build for the long term
Though near-term wins are critical, it will take a new level of commitment and dedication to make lasting, long-term change. We take the long view and know that breakthroughs can often take decades.
“Science is all about tackling really hard problems. What excites me about CZI is what we’re doing to bring new people and ideas to the table, bringing together scientists, physicians, engineers, and patients into new types of collaborative structures, empowering them to do their most inspired work.”
3. Learn fast
Though we focus on building for the long-term, we also move quickly. We roll up our sleeves and put in the work, because we understand the urgency of the challenges our partners take on. We experiment, iterate, reflect — and then try again if need be.
“As a researcher on the education team, I regularly spend time with teachers and school leaders, so I can learn directly from them. Their feedback helps us iterate toward a better product and learning experience for everyone.”
4. Be daring and humble
We have big ideas about the future we’re working toward, but they can only be realized by placing the perspectives and experiences of the communities we serve first. Our aim is to help accelerate their work and develop new technologies and tools that will help them reach their goals even faster.
“Confronting systemic issues of inequity inherent in our criminal justice system requires daring. But we don’t know the answers. Progress is only possible, if we invest in those most impacted by the system, to be the agents of change. I’m proud to have the opportunity to serve communities with CZI.”
5. Collaboration is the tool
Good things happen when people from different backgrounds work together -- across labs, disciplines, and even political divides. We bring together experts, advocates, engineers, and change-makers to collaborate and make sure ideas don’t stay siloed.
“In science, high quality references have long-term benefits. I work on the Human Cell Atlas, a fundamental reference for human cell biology that will help doctors and scientists gain new insights into disease. As a biologist, I’m proud to contribute to a project that will hopefully advance science for years to come.”
Why CZI?
"At CZI, I don’t have to make the choice between optimizing for career growth and working on something I believe in.”
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We believe that the strongest teams and best thinking are defined by the diversity of voices at the table — including those from historically marginalized groups. We are committed to fair treatment and equal access to opportunity for all CZI team members, and to maintaining a workplace where everyone feels welcomed, respected, supported, and valued.
Benefits for the Whole You
We’re thankful to have an incredible team behind our work. To honor their commitment, we offer a wide range of benefits to support the people who make possible all that we do. We want every employee to feel supported as a “whole person” by CZI, so they can: take care of themselves and their loved ones, live a life of service and grow their career.
Rejuvenate
Generous Time Off
Ease Back from Parental Leave
Feed Your Brain
Professional Development Allowance
On-demand Learning (LinkedIn Learning)
Get Financially Fit
401(k) Retirement Plan
Commuter Benefits
Whole You Fund
Child, Adult, and Elder Care Support
(Bright Horizons)
Be Well
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Fitness Reimbursement Program
Mental Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Short and Long-term Disability Plans
Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid Bereavement Time Off
Family Forming Benefits
Rejuvenate
Generous Time Off
• Paid holidays • Paid vacation time off • Paid sick time off • Paid jury duty time off • Paid parental leave • Paid pregnancy disability leave • Paid family care leave • Paid medical leave
Ease Back from Parental Leave
Our parental leave allows new parents returning to work the option of working part-time for up to four weeks after their initial return to work.
Live The Mission
Matching Gift Program
CZI matches qualified donations to 501(c)(3) organizations by employees 1:1 up to an annual maximum amount.
Life of Service Gifts
CZI Life of Service Gifts are awarded to employees to 'live the mission' and support the causes closest to them. These gifts are awarded following key anniversaries. Employees may direct the gift to the 501(c)(3) of their choice in their name.
Feed Your Brain
Professional Development Allowance
To support employees in growing their skills, knowledge, and abilities, CZI provides a professional development allowance to reimburse employees for eligible professional development expenses.
On-demand Learning (LinkedIn Learning)
CZI provides unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, an on-demand learning solution designed to help employees gain new skills and advance their career.
Get Financially Fit
401(k) Retirement Plan
CZI provides a generous match on employee 401(k) contributions to support planning for the future.
Commuter Benefits
Pre-tax transit and parking benefits, annual Caltrain passes subsidized for employees who take Caltrain to work once or more per week and free onsite parking at our buildings.
Whole You Fund
Annual benefit for employees that can be used in the most meaningful way for them and their family such as housing, student loan repayment, childcare, commuter costs, or other life needs.
Child, Adult, and Elder Care Support
(Bright Horizons)
Access to emergency back-up child care and adult and elder care. Additional benefits include preferred enrollment at select centers and resources to find sitters and pet care.
Be Well
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
CZI provides 100% of the premium cost for employees and 75% of the premium cost for dependent coverage for medical, dental and vision coverage.
Fitness Reimbursement Program
CZI offers a monthly reimbursement for employee's physical fitness costs (i.e. gym memberships, fitness classes).
Mental Wellness Benefits
Coaching and therapy care options include stress management, financial wellness, relationships, parenting transitions, career advice, inclusion and belonging, and other life challenges.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Healthcare FSA and Dependent Care FSA available. Flexible spending accounts provide pre-tax savings on eligible expenses on healthcare and dependent care for employees and their families.
Short and Long-term Disability Plans
Disability benefits protect employees and their families by providing a portion of their income during times when they are unable to work.
Life and AD&D Insurance
Life insurance designed to protect employees and their families against loss of income due to accidental death.
Paid Bereavement Time Off
Bereavement benefits are provided to attend a funeral and grieve for a family member or loved one.
Family Forming Benefits
We help fund select infertility, surrogacy and adoption services.