Fortune Best Workplaces in BioPharma™ 2025
Our Best Workplaces lists highlight organizations excelling in creating positive, inclusive, and engaging environments. Explore top companies recognized for exceptional workplace culture and employee satisfaction.
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AbbVie
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- North Chicago, IL, US
What employees are saying
AbbVie allows employees to dedicate work time to volunteering and also to involvement in Employee Resource Groups, both of which provide opportunities to develop professional and leadership skills we might not have the opportunity to develop in our formal work roles as well as to develop meaningful relationships with our colleagues. Many times this translates directly to more cooperative and productive work relationships because cross-functional colleagues have the opportunity to get to know one another on a personal level and in the context of doing service for others, and this makes our professional teams stronger.
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Insmed
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Bridgewater, NJ, US
What employees are saying
I've never worked for a company where the people show up for each other the way we do at Insmed. We have created an environment where people feel 100% comfortable being their authentic selves at work which allows for us to do incredible things. I see empathy, vulnerability, and dedication to employee engagement at all levels, including our executive committee. This allows us to do the innovative and cutting edge work that our patients have come to expect from us. Working at Insmed is where my passion and skills marry, and that is a very powerful thing.
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Vaxcyte
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- San Carlos, CA, US
What employees are saying
Very inclusive - still able to maintain its original small company feel even though we've grown exponentially over the past year. The highest tiers of management are accessible and often seen walking through the company, talking with employees and participating in fun events.
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Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Boston, MA, US
What employees are saying
The Vertex 101 and other scientific & commercial learning series is awesome! The leading edge is also a great connection point for the average employee that is appreciated and "humanizes" C-Suite. Finally, the continued learning series that provides development in management and job skills is one of a kind and shows the investment Vertex makes for its employees as workers and people in general.
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Spyre Therapeutics
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Waltham, MA, US
What employees are saying
Love that we're fully remote with quarterly opportunities to be in-person with the entire organization. This is an expensive proposition, especially as we grow, but I make so many important personal connections during these events - I find them vital to the collaborative, supportive environment we all need to complete our jobs successfully.
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Merck
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Rahway, NJ, US
What employees are saying
Senior leadership at Merck is committed to establishing a healthy work environment, and many mid-level managers set a positive example.... I believe most Merck employees genuinely strive to make a meaningful impact, both within the work environment and in patient care. A good example is the various mentorship programs I have attended. Despite mentoring me being outside of their job responsibilities and not accounted for in their annual performance reviews, all my mentors have done their best to support me and provide constructive feedback.
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United Therapeutics Corporation
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Silver Spring, MD, US
What employees are saying
What makes this company a great place to work, in my experience, is the combination of independence and a truly positive work environment. I have the freedom to lead my projects and take ownership of them, which allows me to bring my own ideas and problem-solving approach to the table. Additionally, the company culture actively reinforces positivity — I regularly receive encouragement and appreciation for the work I do, which strengthens my motivation and commitment to give my best every day. That combination of autonomy and recognition really sets this workplace apart for me.
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Tarsus
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Irvine, CA, US
What employees are saying
I'm so grateful and honored to be a "Tarsan." Tarsus provides excellent benefits and support. Tarsus is indeed like a home away from home. From the executive level to regular employees, there is great camaraderie and a level of caring amongst each other. A great example, especially here in Southern California, was the fire. It's incredible how Tarsus acted quickly to help and ensure impacted "Tarsans" were supported and aided. Any way to help - Tarsus will do it.
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Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Cambridge, MA, US
What employees are saying
We truly live our values, at every level in the organization. I have personally seen members of the executive team spend time with employees to give them medical advice for their personal or family situations - to help break down complex medical diagnoses and recommend physicians.
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BillionToOne, Inc.
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Menlo Park, CA, US
What employees are saying
The most innovative and forward thinking company I've ever worked for! And there's clearly defined vision and goals that everyone knows well and contributes towards. A ton of transparency from top down as well (i.e. all hands company calls every week to provide updates on progress from each division on how well we're working towards our goals). CEO and co-founder are brilliant and true team players - willing to get out in the market to help and contribute anyway they can (i.e. dinner programs, high impact customer meetings, etc.)
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Arcellx
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Redwood City, CA, US
What employees are saying
People care about people as much as they care about the work, which encourages a trusting environment. No task is too small. Consistent support/understanding from management, especially when it comes to project priorities, has improved people's abilities to accomplish projects, and find ways to exercise new opportunities for their career development.
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Neurocrine Biosciences
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- San Diego, CA, US
What employees are saying
The company has been unique in its ability of hire people who contribute to building a culture of trust, collaboration and camaraderie. The management also feeds into this culture equally, and this makes Neurocrine a very joyful place to work at. On the day-day work front - management does not frown on failed experiments or data slumps, as long as consistent efforts and troubleshooting plans are being relayed. Management is also very understanding of work-life balance and encourages time-management to ensure that vacation days are not taken up by work.
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Alkermes, Inc.
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Waltham, MA, US
What employees are saying
Working at Alkermes is like being in a family. We are here for one another, we are comfortable telling each other when we think differently but in a way where it is clear it is for the greater good and to support one another. We succeed together and when we have issues we work through them together. We hold our bar high and we do not apologize for that. Many people here get energy from change, as they see it as evolution and growth not something to fear. I think that is why we have so many people with very long tenure at the company.
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Astria Therapeutics
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Boston, MA, US
What employees are saying
Astria is excellent at bringing its employees together in many ways - things as small as lunches together to bigger things like community events - we are given so many chances to get to know each other and be comfortable with each other. One very special thing is that the company regularly brings us together in many ways to refocus on our guiding star of improving patient lives - hearing from patients themselves, listening to leading physicians, and learning more about the science behind our products - these events are always so impactful.
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Cabaletta Bio Inc
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Philadelphia, PA, US
What employees are saying
The executive team genuinely tries to get to know each of their employees and treats everyone as equals. I feel supported and safe to express myself to my peers which helps form relationships of trust and reliability that help make working here easy and enjoyable.
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Otsuka
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Princeton, NJ, US
What employees are saying
The emotional maturity and level of compassion displayed by executive leadership at Otsuka is like nothing I have seen elsewhere. C-suite officers take time to address difficult or controversial topics and directly encourage employees to prioritize mental health.
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Inizio Engage
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Yardley, PA, US
What employees are saying
This company has the most unbiased hiring practices for sales representatives that I have EVER seen. The manager I previously contracted under & my current manager both evaluate you as a person, look at your real-world attributes, and give a candidate consideration regardless of previous work experience, age, or having a maternal career pause (my case). This company has uniquely positioned itself by being open-minded in their hiring practices & recognizes each individual for what they will bring to the table. This hiring practice has created thankful & loyal employees who respect their managers and directors and will go out of their way to produce exceeding results.
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Arcus Biosciences
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Hayward, CA, US
What employees are saying
Arcus does a great job of fostering community among the remote employees. Our team is entirely remote, yet there is still a good camaraderie and the logistics have bene organized in such a way that there is always someone available to assist, even though we are working in multiple time zones.
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Arcutis Biotherapeutics
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Westlake Village, CA, US
What employees are saying
I feel that Arcutis is the best place to work in the pharmaceutical industry because the training team genuinely cares about your onboarding process, we are provided with a lot of resources, the people that are hired here all care about the vision and goal of the company and patients, the pay is fair. Additionally, the management team is fantastic - they do not micromanage and are genuinely vested in our success. I also like that the company gives all employees ownership in the company; this is a huge motivator for me to want to succeed here and will mutually benefit the company.
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Agilent Technologies
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Santa Clara, CA, US
What employees are saying
I appreciate how open and sharing management is. The colleagues are collaborative and supportive. The first questions are never "where is this, why did you do that" but instead are often "how are you? How can I help you? What support do you need?"
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Alector
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- South San Francisco, CA, US
What employees are saying
Transparency regarding areas for improvement have been clearly communicated from the People's Team via All Hands Meetings - feedback was collected by Culture surveys (sent out Quarterly) and actions to address employee feedback, from the survey, were implemented in a timely fashion. As an individual contributor working at Alector, I feel heard supported. In addition, I deeply appreciate the time taken by our People's Team and management to address any questions or concerns that I have, sometimes even before I ask the question or concern. I believe Alector's culture truly fosters growth and trust throughout the company.
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Cytokinetics Inc
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- South San Francisco, CA, US
What employees are saying
People are very genuine, accepting and caring. Everyone from the reception desk as soon as you enter the building all the way up to the CEO, show their caring in a way that make you feel valued and like a family member or friend. It also shows how much the patient means to the organization and how their primary focus is on bettering the lives of the individuals who may benefit from our products.
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Arya Consulting Partners Inc
- Professional Services
- Northbrook, IL, US
What employees are saying
This company takes great care in growing very intentionally and sustainably. The company takes particular attention in maintaining a healthy workplace, with a positive work-life balance. Here, the impact of individual contributors it appreciated, and the growth of the contributors is encouraged.
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Rancho Biosciences LLC
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Rancho Santa Fe, CA, US
What employees are saying
Rancho hires the best and allows them to work from wherever they want, as a result we have an incredibly talented organization, and we strive to do the best science we can every day. Ideas and approaches are celebrated, and everyone across the entire organization is encouraged to bring a new idea to the table with C- level being receptive to hearing ideas.
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Dynavax
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Emeryville, CA, US
What employees are saying
At Dynavax, we take great pride in how our executives and management foster an inclusive environment where every employee is treated with respect and equality.... There is an emphasis on the importance of nurturing our unique culture, especially for our new employees, ensuring that everyone feels welcomed and valued from the very beginning.
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Lundbeck
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Deerfield, IL, US
What employees are saying
I am honored to work with the team and manager that I have. I feel confident to reach out to anyone regarding questions or concerns I may have. I absolutely love the opportunity to take a day off to volunteer. It demonstrates to our communities that Lundbeck cares and respects our need to help within our communities.
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Phathom Pharmaceuticals
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Florham Park, NJ, US
What employees are saying
This is the best company that I have worked for. Very competent employees who like to work together with others. We all share a common goal to make the company successful. This allows us to be very nimble as priorities change.
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Summit Therapeutics
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Miami, FL, US
What employees are saying
It's truly refreshing to see upper management actively engaging with all employees. Our leadership team exemplifies this approach, making them a pleasure to work with. They are approachable and engaging, creating an open and enjoyable environment. Our offices foster a collaborative atmosphere where people genuinely care about one another and work together with a shared vision to make the world a better place.
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Harmony Biosciences
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Plymouth Meeting, PA, US
What employees are saying
I think that the Senior Leadership Team and Mid-Level Managers are really outstanding, ethical people. That does a tremendous amount in terms of giving people confidence in Harmony as a company and helping people to enjoy their work. There is an extraordinarily high percentage of exceptional people who work at Harmony; that is very special and is something that I have not experienced elsewhere within the pharmaceutical industry.
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JJA Technical Services
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Columbia, MD, US
What employees are saying
What makes JJA Technical Services a unique place to work is the amount of trust it holds within their employees to get the job done right the first time, without any micro management. JJA instills the confidence and skills in each and everyone of its employees to deliver top tier customer satisfaction with any and all services requested by the client. In my 8 years of being in the industry it has been the best company for maximum personal and career development without limitations.
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Aktis Oncology
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Boston, MA, US
What employees are saying
Management demonstrates clear trust in employees abilities and judgement. Employees are not expected to be perfect, but rather logical and thoughtful in their actions towards each other and their individual jobs. Overall the environment of the company is forward thinking. Errors or mistakes are not dwelled upon, but rather the lessons to be learned from such events. Team input is emphasized. All major decisions and strategic planning are done through the input and prior experiences of both staff and management. People are respected, but held accountable for their work. Aktis is a fair environment where all employees are encouraged to take ownership of their work and their company.
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Certara, Inc.
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Radnor, PA, US
What employees are saying
One unique aspect of this company is the clear communication of tasks and objectives. Each team member understands what needs to be done and works independently without stringent delegation or micromanagement. This environment fosters great trust among team members, empowering everyone to contribute to the team's overall success.
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BioTissue,Inc.
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Miami, FL, US
What employees are saying
One of the most unique and inspiring aspects of working here is the profound sense of purpose and passion we all share. As a birth tissue recovery agency and processor, our work directly impacts the lives of others by creating tissue grafts that promote regenerative healing. Knowing that our efforts have touched over 1 million patients and helped improve their quality of life is incredibly rewarding. It’s amazing to work for an organization that is truly making a difference in the community, and that sense of purpose drives all of us to do our best every day.
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Veracyte Inc
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- South San Francisco, CA, US
What employees are saying
Our company truly stands out for the thoughtful and unique ways we prioritize work-life balance and employee appreciation. Providing the week off around the 4th of July, allowing personal selection of holiday gifts, and making sure everyone has time to vote are just a few examples. These benefits highlight our commitment to valuing employees not just for the work they do, but for the individuals they are outside of work. It's these considerate touches that create a supportive, flexible environment and make our workplace a genuinely great place to be.
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Cour Pharmaceuticals Development Company Inc
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Skokie, IL, US
What employees are saying
The leadership team is very involved with every aspect of the business and cognizant of regulatory guardrails. Decisions to move forward are quick and well thought through with a futuristic outlook. My experience thus far has been wonderful as we are making regulatory submissions and having timely regulatory authority interactions. People are recognized for their agility and hard work as well as experience and expertise. A conscious effort is made to understand the risks and mitigation strategies and decisions are consensus based most of the time. The organization promotes a "speak up" culture and fosters an inclusive environment.
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Glaukos Corporation
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Aliso Viejo, CA, US
What employees are saying
I think Glaukos goes above and beyond to celebrate milestones, holidays and highlight individual accomplishments adding new events and gatherings every year. I am also impressed by the amount of charitable events and foundations we are a part of! I am very honored to work for a company that gives back to the community and makes that a priority and core to who we are.
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AVERITAS
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- 360 Mount Kemble Avenue, Morristown NJ 07960, NJ, US
What employees are saying
The benefits are excellent. I have made use of the paid parental bonding time benefit and I was so thankful to have the incredible opportunity to support and bond with my newborn baby and spouse. I have an incredibly supportive direct line manager who encourages me to explore my interests in other areas of the business and pursue career development opportunities. I can speak to my direct line manager about any topics and issues.
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Roivant Sciences
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- New York, NY, US
What employees are saying
I truly feel like I'm encouraged to learn and do things outside of my comfort zone that might result in mistakes but are good experiences for my personal growth even if giving me that room to grow might not be optimizing our resources. This company gives high level of responsibility to all levels of employee which I think makes it a more fulfilling place to work.
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Zifo RnD Solutions
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Cary, NC, US
What employees are saying
Employees have the freedom to suggest ideas, plenty of opportunities to learn and grow, and are encouraged to take ownership of innovation. Leadership values and implements feedback from all levels, ensuring employees feel heard and have a direct impact on decision-making. Employees are trusted with end-to-end ownership of their projects, fostering accountability and a sense of pride in their work.
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Spur Therapeutics
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- New York, NY, US
What employees are saying
At Spur, we live our values. We are bold, relentless, principled, and united. "Living the values" could sound like a cliche without substance. We, however, have made bold and at times difficult decisions to evolve our strategy. We work together with limited resources to solve challenging problems. We work to create a positive culture and work experience for all. I am proud to work at Spur!
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