At Vertex, we have an uncompromising commitment to patients鈥攖hey are simply at the center of everything we do. Listen to employees as they share what this value means to them and how we are uncompromising in our commitment to creating transformative medicines for people with serious diseases.
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At Vertex, the world鈥檚 most talented and passionate people come together to advance science and transform lives, and in return, we invest in them so they can grow and advance their own careers.
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What makes us special?
We have a unique culture that takes a scientific approach to solving problems and places value on creative solutions and personal growth and development. Every person and every idea matter.
The values that drive us
Here at Vertex, our values are our bedrock that enable us to achieve our mission of creating transformative medicines for serious diseases.
At Vertex, we have an uncompromising commitment to patients鈥攖hey are simply at the center of everything we do. Listen to employees as they share what this value means to them and how we are uncompromising in our commitment to creating transformative medicines for people with serious diseases.
Our value, 鈥淚nnovation is our Lifeblood鈥 is what drives us to challenge the status quo and to ask what鈥檚 possible as we find new paths to solve difficult and important problems.
Listen to Vertex employees as they share what this value means to them.
We are driven by a 鈥淔earless Pursuit of Excellence鈥 鈥 we take calculated risks, learn from both success and failure and continuously improve 鈥 all at the highest level of personal integrity and ethics.
Listen to Vertex employees as they share what a fearless pursuit of excellence means to them.
Our value, 鈥淚nnovation is our Lifeblood鈥 is what drives us to challenge the status quo and to ask what鈥檚 possible as we find new paths to solve difficult and important problems.
Listen to Vertex employees as they share what this value means to them.
We are driven by a 鈥淔earless Pursuit of Excellence鈥 鈥 we take calculated risks, learn from both success and failure and continuously improve 鈥 all at the highest level of personal integrity and ethics.
Listen to Vertex employees as they share what a fearless pursuit of excellence means to them.
More than a job
Vertex employees are supported along their professional journeys and have the opportunity to grow and thrive in an inclusive and equitable environment that rewards and recognizes the moments that matter. We want to support your career from the beginning and along every step of the way, and we offer career growth and development opportunities regardless of your role or experience level.
To achieve our best, most meaningful work and deliver on our promise to patients, we need to be our best selves. That鈥檚 why we also offer industry-leading benefits and compensation to support our employees, their loved ones and our communities.
An inclusive and equitable culture
We celebrate our differences while working together to bring cutting-edge science to the hardest-to-solve challenges in science and medicine. We strive to build the best teams, which value and leverage different perspectives, backgrounds and experience 鈥 all working toward our shared mission.
Seeking bright minds
We鈥檙e always seeking talented individuals who want to play a role in discovering and developing tomorrow鈥檚 breakthrough 鈥 at any stage of their education or career.
If you鈥檙e ready to join us, browse open positions by clicking the Learn More button. If you want to stay connected, click to join our Talent Community.
U.S. contract positions
Ready to make your mark? We're looking for talented contractors to join our team.
Thrive in your career
We embrace lifelong learning and diversity of thought, and our learning and development programs can help you grow and reach your goals.
Benefits that support you
Our benefits are among the best in the industry. We support the well-being of each of our employees, with comprehensive options ranging from health benefits to generous time off and retirement planning.
Rewards and recognition
Getting invested in our mission and your work at Vertex also means getting recognized for a job above and beyond 鈥渨ell done.鈥
And our employees love working here
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Explore our spaces
Our science is state of the art 鈥 and so are our labs, manufacturing facilities and workspaces. Each research site and office is designed to be both environmentally and employee friendly.
Boston
Global headquarters
Our labs, office and manufacturing center in Boston are in the Seaport District and close to many transportation hubs. We offer commuting perks, as well as an on-site caf茅 (with an outdoor terrace and views of the harbor) and gym. The Seaport is also home to the new Jeffrey Leiden Center for Biologics, Cell and Genetic Therapies.
San Diego
Our R&D labs in San Diego are located north of downtown in La Jolla, on the Torrey Pines Mesa, with UC San Diego, the Scripps Research Institute and many other biotech companies and research institutes nearby. There鈥檚 ample outdoor space, and we鈥檙e close to Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and La Jolla Shores 鈥 for those who want to take a break to surf, swim or go for a run through the park or along the beach.
London
Headquarters outside of the U.S. (International HQ)
London is home to our headquarters for our international operations. Our offices on the Paddington Central campus are close to many transportation hubs and a variety of restaurants and caf茅s. We offer commuting perks as well as gym memberships (all within a 10-minute walk). All employees have access to a shared rooftop terrace.
Important Notice:
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Vertex Pharmaceuticals does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to Vertex or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by Vertex鈥檚 internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Vertex Pharmaceuticals, and will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.