Biogen reviews

3.8

69% would recommend to a friend

(2,048 total reviews)
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Christopher A. Viehbacher

73% approve of CEO

52% positive business outlook

Biogen has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 2,048 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Biogen employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Farmacéutica y biotecnología industry (3.5 stars).

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2K reviews
2.0
Sep 6, 2025

It’s a job

Recommend
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Pros

I get a paycheck. And a bonus. And RSUs too but the stock has tanked with no sign of any potential for comeback so RSUs aren’t all that special.

Cons

Back to back to back layoffs and a general mandate for “open innovation” without any guidelines on what that actually means have all killed morale New group leader has taken over recently and has created a toxic work environment. Changed from hybrid to 5 days onsite site in the name of culture and collaboration. Except nothing is actually done to establish culture. And the group leader actively works against collaboration. No clear vision on what he wants to do and zero information to anyone on the group on what they’ll be working on. How can we collaborate if you’re not sharing what you want?

5.0
Sep 4, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

1. Very inspiring mission. Playing a small part to serve patients that need us is a very good reason to come to work every day 2. Intentional shifts in company's operating model over the past 2+ yrs have set us up for continued growth and success long-term 3. There is a deep level of CARE that is palpable from all who work here

Cons

This is likely a con for all pharma/biotech companies, but things can change a lot and do so quickly; so if you're not someone who is typically able to roll with the punches well and remain flexible with changing priorities, give extra care and thought to whether this sector is right for you.

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Biogen Response
8mo
Thank you for your detailed and insightful feedback. We're proud that our mission continues to inspire and motivate our team, and it's incredibly rewarding to hear that you feel a strong sense of purpose in the work we do for patients. We're also glad you’ve recognized the intentional shifts we've made to strengthen our operating model for long-term success. The deep care and commitment across our organization is something we value immensely. We understand that the pace of change in our industry can be challenging, and we appreciate your perspective on the importance of clear, consistent communication. Your suggestions are well taken, and we’ll continue to prioritize transparency and alignment across all levels of the company. -Dennis, HR
4.0
Sep 2, 2025

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Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great culture, people and impacful innovation

Cons

Instability due to structural changes

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