Press Release · BioSpace
BioSpace Announces 2027 Best Places to Work in Life Sciences Winners
Distributed by Major Health News · Originally issued via PR Newswire
DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 10, 2026 — BioSpace, the leader in biopharma news and careers, has published its 2027 Best Places to Work list.
The list includes 50 employers with U.S. operations that have been recognized as best places to work by the life sciences community, with 20 organizations ranked in large and 30 ranked in small employer categories.
After nominations were completed, BioSpace received over 8,200 submissions from biopharma industry professionals to identify the most sought-after companies in the industry. The survey also received over 2,300 open-ended comments.
"Our 2027 Best Places to Work winners reflect biopharma's ongoing commitment to thriving work cultures," said Josh Goodwin, BioSpace CEO. "These companies are making their employees feel supported and valued."
Amneal Pharmaceuticals, based in Bridgewater, New Jersey, came out on top for large employers, scoring highly for culture and reputation. This is the first time it has placed first. Voters commented on Amneal's work culture encouraging innovation and growth.
Eli Lilly, AbbVie, Legend Biotech and argenx completed the top five on the large employers list.
Palo Alto, California–based biotech BridgeBio grabbed the No. 1 ranking for small employers for the second year in a row. Voters praised the company's commitment to patients and mission as well as its positive, collaborative culture.
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Mirum, Eyepoint and TG Therapeutics rounded out the top five on the small employers list.
When providing feedback on companies, voters most frequently appreciated workplace culture, values-driven leadership and a general sense of being cared for and well supported.
Top 20 Large Employers (companies with more than 1,000 employees)
Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Eli Lilly, AbbVie, Legend Biotech, argenx, Insmed, Jazz Pharmaceuticals, ICON Plc, Moderna, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Daiichi Sankyo, Lundbeck, Amgen, Sanofi, Regeneron, Novartis, U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP), BioMarin, CSL Behring, Novo.
Top 30 Small Employers (companies with less than 1,000 employees)
BridgeBio, Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Mirum Pharmaceuticals, EyePoint, TG Therapeutics, SERB Pharmaceuticals, Celldex, Beam Therapeutics, Syner-G BioPharma Group, Vir Biotechnology, Mediar Therapeutics, First Tracks Biotherapeutics, Mirador Therapeutics, Terray Therapeutics, Beeline Medicines, Forge Biologics, Protara Therapeutics, Perspective Therapeutics, Tris Pharma, OmniAb, Science 37, Nabsys 2.0, ModeX Therapeutics, Merida Biosciences, Neomorph, Visterra, Taiho Oncology, A2 Biotherapeutics, 4D Molecular Therapeutics, Tessera Therapeutics.
SOURCE BioSpace
About Best Places to Work
Nominations for Best Places to Work were open throughout June. Anyone could nominate a company. Nominees appeared on a selection list for voting, though other companies could be added when voting. Voting was conducted throughout August.
This year, Best Places to Work included responses from over 8,200 life sciences professionals. Respondents were asked to identify their most desirable biopharma companies, categorized as large (more than 1,000 employees) and small (less than 1,000 employees). Respondents were also asked to rate their top choices on attributes including: compensation; innovation; career growth opportunities; leadership; culture; diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI); reputation; and flexibility and remote work. Companies cannot pay to appear on the list.
About BioSpace
BioSpace is the hub for life sciences news and jobs. We provide essential insights, opportunities and tools to connect innovative organizations and talented professionals who advance health and quality of life across the globe through news, webinars, podcasts, email, advertising and jobs. Learn more and subscribe at biospace.com.