Driven to make a difference
We are Vertex
We strike at the core of serious diseases to change people’s lives. Bringing together the brightest minds, investing in science and taking smart risks, we go all in. For the lives we have changed and for those who are still waiting, we will never stop fighting until we discover cures.
We have research and development sites and commercial offices around the world, all dedicated to bringing the next transformative treatments to people with serious diseases. Our headquarters are in Boston and London.
Our Mission
At Vertex, we invest in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases with a focus on specialty markets.
The values that drive us
It’s not just about what we do, but how we do it. Our values are our bedrock and combined with our culture have enabled us to achieve our mission of creating transformative medicines for serious diseases.
Uncompromising Commitment to Patients
Patients are at the center of all that we do. Every decision we make is driven by the patients we serve.
Innovation is Our Lifeblood
At Vertex, we challenge the status quo. We ask what’s possible and find new paths to solve difficult and important problems.
Fearless Pursuit of Excellence
We chase excellence — we take calculated risks, learn from both success and failure and continuously improve — all at the highest level of personal integrity and ethics.
"We" Wins
We believe inclusion, diversity and equity are essential to maintaining our strong culture. We want the best and brightest minds from all backgrounds around the table solving tough problems.
Our company at a glance
Putting science first
We invest most of our resources back into our research and development engine.
*2023 GAAP figures. Operating expenses defined as R&D + Sales, General and Administrative (SG&A).
We're different for a reason
We lead by example and strive to be empathetic and transparent. We believe in learning and teaching every day and to use science to do the impossible. We know that being inclusive and respectful fosters collaboration and drives innovation, and we always operate with a sense of urgency for patients. We are Vertexians!
Impacting our communities
We take community engagement as seriously as we take our science, offering a variety of programs to give back to the communities where we live and work.
Being a good corporate citizen
The same values that guide and drive our innovation process also fuel our corporate responsibility efforts.
*Including Leiden Center, which is expected to receive green certification in 2023.
Recognized for our efforts
TIME
TIME100 Most Influential Companies 2024
Vertex was named as one of the TIME100 Most Influential Companies in 2024.
Fast Company
2024 World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies
Vertex was named to Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies in 2024, ranking #11, and was previously recognized in 2020.
Fortune
100 Best Companies to Work For
For the second year in a row, Vertex is honored to be named as a Fortune magazine 100 Best Companies to Work For. Recognized for our workplace culture, unique environment and our commitment to excellence — each day we are driven to make a difference.
Forbes
America's Best Companies
Vertex ranked #4 on the inaugural America’s Best Companies list by Forbes.
Science
Top Employer
For the 15th straight year, we’ve made Science magazine’s Top Employer list, ranking #4 in 2024.
Fortune
America’s Most Innovative Companies
Vertex was named to Fortune’s annual list of America’s Most Innovative Companies 2024.
Forbes
Best Employers for Diversity
At Vertex, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all people to thrive. We’re honored to be recognized on the Best Employers for Diversity 2024 list by Forbes.
Forbes
America’s Best Employers for Women
Vertex earned recognition on the Forbes America’s Best Employers for Women list.
Fortune
Best Workplaces in Biopharma
Vertex is proud to be recognized as a leader in our industry by Fortune. In 2024, we ranked #3 on their Best Workplaces in Biopharma list.
Fortune
Best Workplaces for Women
We’re honored to be recognized as one of Fortune’s Best Workplaces for Women for 2024.
STEM Workforce Diversity
Top 50 Employers
We’re honored to be named a 2024 Top 50 Employer by STEM Workforce Diversity magazine.
The Civic 50
We’re a 2024 honoree of The Civic 50, recognizing us as one of the 50 most community-minded companies in the U.S.
Human Rights Campaign Foundation
2025 Corporate Equality Index
In 2025, Vertex earned a score of 100 and the designation of the Equality 100 Award: Leader in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion.
Great Place to Work®
Vertex is proud to be a certified Great Place to Work. This recognition comes directly from employees and their experience — our intellectual curiosity and unwavering commitment to patients drive our work and our culture.
The Boston Globe
Top Places to Work
For 15 years, we’ve made The Boston Globe’s prestigious Top Places to Work list, ranking #7 in 2024. We’re also honored to be named a 2024 DEI Champion.
San Diego Business Journal
Best Places to Work
For the 15th year, Vertex’s San Diego Research site was named to the San Diego Business Journal’s Best Places to Work list. In 2024, we ranked #10 in the Mega Employer category.
Boston Business Journal
Best Places to Work
For the 18th consecutive year, we were named to Boston Business Journal’s Best Places to Work list. Vertex ranked #3 in the extra large company category in 2024.