Fortune Best Workplaces in BioPharma™ 2023
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Horizon Therapeutics
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Deerfield, IL, US
What employees are saying
Horizon Therapeutics' employees are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients. We are treated as valuable to the organization. The company supports us at work and provides benefits to make us our best selves professionally and personally. Horizon Therapeutics has a special adoption program to externally support families who are interested in adopting a child with a rare disease--this is amazing. Horizon always provides opportunities for professional development that aligns with our goals. I've worked for incredible companies and Horizon Therpeutics is by-far the BEST example of a Great Place to Work. The company is transparent in their communication to us and they are HONEST about any business challenges.
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Insmed
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Bridgewater, NJ, US
What employees are saying
Insmed is an unbelievable place to work. I have been an employee since 2013 and have been given countless opportunities to learn and grow. As Insmed's business needs have changed and the organization has evolved, I have been given many, many opportunities to learn and grow with the company. Insmed values not only its employees but our families as well.
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AbbVie
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- North Chicago, IL, US
What employees are saying
The flexibility offered by the company is wonderful and very much appreciated - it really helps with my work-life balance as I have a long commute to the office. Diversity efforts are great and something to really be proud of. We have many dedicated and passionate people working here.
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Dermavant Sciences
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Long Beach, CA, US
What employees are saying
I feel very engaged and like I am making a difference in patients' lives. I feel that upper management is very transparent with us which is great. It's a smaller company with the resources of a bigger company
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Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Boston, MA, US
What employees are saying
The company goes out of their way to ensure employees are allowed to have non-work time -- like creating "synchronous days" so that people taking a day off will not be bothered by others still working that day. They also make sure to engage the employees with all major accomplishments and have regular formal and informal discussions across employee groups to ensure all voices are heard.
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SpringWorks Therapeutics
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Stamford, CT, US
What employees are saying
This company truly believes in and operates by its core values. The values are the foundation for every hire and they remain attached to virtually every action, decision, process etc.
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Merck
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Rahway, NJ, US
What employees are saying
The people who work here are amazing and inspiring - people push me to better myself and remind me of what is important and why we do what we do!
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United Therapeutics Corporation
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Silver Spring, MD, US
What employees are saying
The company empowers people to make decisions and find new and better ways of doing things, recognizing that sometimes you need to fail first before succeeding and making forward progress. In addition, we are constantly being offered new benefits that are not typical at most companies. For example, we just added a pet wellness program as part of the benefits offered to employees.
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Sage Therapeutics
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Cambridge, MA, US
What employees are saying
Sage Therapeutics is the only place I have worked where the company really walks the walk when it comes to values and "putting people first." Everyone is treated with kindness and respect. We also celebrate like nothing I have ever seen--both professional accomplishments and personal.
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Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Cambridge, MA, US
What employees are saying
We have a great culture and we take specific measures to keep it that way. Our open all company meetings also go a long way in making employees feel connected.
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Vaxcyte
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- San Carlos, CA, US
What employees are saying
It's a mission-centric environment where I feel we truly live out our values as we attempt to positively impact the world. From leadership down to the individual contributors, everyone always puts an emphasis on the opportunity we have to improve lives across the world.
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Inizio Engage
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Fort Washington, PA, US
What employees are saying
This company is a great place to work at, management is always available, cares about us physically, mentally and emotionally. I never felt better in a job as I have felt here, on the 8 years I've been here. I have had many successes, there has been opportunity for growth, but for personal reasons, I prefer to stay where I'm at. I love my job. I'm very involved in the company with different activities. I'm a very happy employee.
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Arcus Biosciences
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Hayward, CA, US
What employees are saying
The one thing that comes to mind first is the company's interest in each individual, not just on a professional level, but also on a personal level. Arcus Biosciences makes you feel as if you are part of something bigger than what I had expected coming to this company. I have TRULY enjoyed being a part of the mission.
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Otsuka
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Princeton, NJ, US
What employees are saying
I like working at a company where they not only talk about mental wellbeing of the public, but they actually advocate this for the employee! Making sure that we are cared for seems to be a focal point for the leadership team, and I am a huge fan of this.
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Arcutis Biotherapeutics
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Westlake Village, CA, US
What employees are saying
The focus on people and culture is well beyond any place I have ever worked. Arcutis Biotherapeutics is an empowered team looking at the inclusiveness and engagement across the company - it's a real differentiator and allows anyone in the company to get involved.
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Neurocrine Biosciences
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- San Diego, CA, US
What employees are saying
The culture really stands out from your first point of contact with the company and it’s something that is truly special, especially in this industry. Most everyone seems down to earth and easily approachable. It starts with the people on top, they’ve done a fantastic job of creating and maintaining the culture. When I was first hired I tried my best to introduce myself to almost everyone, and that included the most important people in the company. At the next meeting I was surprised that they remembered my name and recalled the conversation we had when we first met!
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Arcellx
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Rockville, MD, US
What employees are saying
Arcellx is a people-center culture. Management holds themselves to living our values and making decisions that are best for people. they do the right thing always.
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10x Genomics
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Pleasanton, CA, US
What employees are saying
The people who work here, both managers and individual contributors, are the best I've ever worked with. They're kind, cooperative, super intelligent and positive. This makes work enjoyable nearly every day.
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Natera Inc
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Austin, TX, US
What employees are saying
I enjoy the culture at Natera Inc and I have always felt like people are responsive and ready to provide information or help when needed. I work on a team that is extremely collaborative as well. I enjoy that Natera Inc is willing to implement process improvements and make changes to better the company.
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Cabaletta Bio Inc
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Philadelphia, PA, US
What employees are saying
There is a culture of continuous improvement based on honest, constructive, and regular feedback. Everybody contributes to the work and everybody is important to the organization, and all employees are treated that way. There is no ego, even at the C-suite level, and everybody feels they are part of the same team.
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Cytokinetics Inc
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- South San Francisco, CA, US
What employees are saying
Here at Cytokinetics Inc, we have the freedom to innovate and partnership with managers; there is collegial teamwork with colleagues to achieve our goals. This is felt at all levels that I have had interaction with. Taking initiative and improving processes is encouraged and supported.
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Sanguine Biosciences
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Woburn, MA, US
What employees are saying
I absolutely love working here! It feels like home, and I'm super connected to my coworkers. They're awesome, and everyone on the team adores our amazing manager.
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PathAI
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Boston, MA, US
What employees are saying
The mission of the organization is extremely powerful and impactful - I think people generally feel really proud to work for a company that wants to change the world in the way that PathAI does.
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Alector
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- South San Francisco, CA, US
What employees are saying
Alector values ownership and empowerment, so teams are given freedom to be innovative and going above and beyond. The company stresses the importance of collaboration and low ego, which sets a good tone for the culture.
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Iveric Bio
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Parsippany, NJ, US
What employees are saying
I feel like this is the most focused collective of highly talented and professional people in this industry and therapeutic area - it truly feels like an amazing experience and a privilege to be working and learning from my colleagues.
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Certara, Inc.
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Radnor, PA, US
What employees are saying
I enjoy the diversity. I work with a variety of people from different countries, different races, different backgrounds. I also enjoy that innovation and creativity is welcomed. I feel valued and needed when I come to work every day.
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Azzur Group, LLC
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Hatboro, PA, US
What employees are saying
The people and environment make this a great place to work. The gratitude and recognition from your management and specifically your peers, make you feel like a valued member of the team and appreciated.
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Tarsus
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Irvine, CA, US
What employees are saying
In my 25 years of being in biotech, there is not a better company culture and organization that I have been part of. This company really does value the people and commitment we have to service our communities.
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Equillium
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- San Diego, CA, US
What employees are saying
I love the collegial environment - super smart, hardworking, committed employees who all want Equillium to succeed in delivering new medicines to patients. Small company provides opportunity for each employee to make a difference and to contribute directly to Equillium's mission.
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Nkarta Therapeutics
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- South San Francisco, CA, US
What employees are saying
Nkarta Therapeutics is the first place I have worked that I have found the eladership team genuinely want to know how an employee is doing personally and professionally (good and bad) and makes and effort to find out. I definitely feel seen and heard here.
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Rancho Biosciences LLC
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Rancho Santa Fe, CA, US
What employees are saying
They really care about the people who work here and ensure that everyone is comfortable. They do not just say buzzwords for the sake of making people feel emotionally secure, they actually do what they say they will. The management team is very receptive to hearing feedback and you are not penalized if there is a difference in opinion. We learn from each other, and from hearing differing perspectives which makes this a great place to work.
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TrialSpark
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- New York, NY, US
What employees are saying
I feel so inspired every day to come to a company that has its mission - to bring new treatments to patients faster and more efficiently - as its north star. I am surrounded by incredibly passionate, hard-working, and supportive teammates who care deeply about what we are trying to accomplish and about uplifting each other every day. I am also so empowered to make an impact on the company on a day-to-day basis, which is such a unique opportunity that is hard to find elsewhere. I truly love working for TrialSpark.
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Glaukos Corporation
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Aliso Viejo, CA, US
What employees are saying
The company values of Dream, Lead, and Care resonate with me and embody what Glaukos Corporation is all about. I also appreciate the exceptional benefits and equity to employees at all levels. This makes a difference for me and my family. Glaukos Corporation is a company that strives to do the right thing for our patients and employees.
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Prometheus Biosciences
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- San Diego, CA, US
What employees are saying
There's an open level of communication between execs and employees that comes with a lot of opportunity for professional growth. Lunches are served daily which always adds a much needed social break in the day.
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Deciphera
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Waltham, MA, US
What employees are saying
This is the best company I have ever worked for, they truly value their employees and understand that employees have a life outside of work - they encourage us to spend time with our families. I hope to be with Deciphera for many years to come.
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Indivior
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- North Chesterfield, VA, US
What employees are saying
This is the first place I have worked where the culture truly fosters a spirit of togetherness even though we are spread throughout the world. When we come together, our common mission and goal builds a closeness that I have not seen before. The culture is actually in practice rather than something we learn about and forget, like previous places of employment. I am encouraged to do my best each day because of this and believe others feel the same as I do.
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Averitas Pharma Inc
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Morristown, NJ, US
What employees are saying
Leadership encourages input and feedback, really listens, and does their best to implement what’s important to us as employees. They understand that when your employees are happy, your customers will be too!
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Revance
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Nashville, TN, US
What employees are saying
Revance is an incredible place to work. I feel very supported and proud to work here. I consider myself staying a long time. Leadership is very clear and dedicated and we know exactly where we stand and have access to ask questions. I can try new things and if I fail, it is okay. I have had better professional development here than I have ever had. We also have the best innovation in the industry. Our culture cannot be beat, I enjoy every single person in this company.
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SmartLabs
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Boston, MA, US
What employees are saying
We care about our employees in numerous ways. Remarkable benefits, flexible work hours, hybrid work locations, and most importantly, we embrace mistakes as learning opportunities. We are a growth DNA company, so we move fast, make good decisions and keep learning as we grow. I always feel welcome and a part of something bigger. The work we do is so important and I'm proud to be a part of that.
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BioTheryX
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- San Diego, CA, US
What employees are saying
The kindness and generosity of spirit from the CEO through the ranks, is notable. Leadership are very careful to maintain the culture of good people doing good things with thoughtfulness, patience, and tolerance. Biotheryx is a rare find and truly encompasses the title Great Place to Work.
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