Biogen reviews

3.9

71% would recommend to a friend

(2,050 total reviews)
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Christopher A. Viehbacher

74% approve of CEO

54% positive business outlook

Biogen has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,050 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 Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology industry (3.5 stars).

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2K reviews
4.0
Nov 12, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

-Talented scientists -Good compensation and benefits

Cons

-Unstable job security -Clear disconnect between leadership and scientists -Unclear future direction -Less opportunity to grow in your job

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Biogen Response
7mo
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We’re pleased that our talented scientists and competitive compensation are recognized. We also take concerns about job stability, communication, and career growth seriously. We are committed to fostering transparency, strengthening collaboration between leadership and scientific teams, and creating clear pathways for development. Your feedback helps guide our efforts to improve and ensure employees feel supported and valued as we work toward a strong future. Any additional feedback you can provide related to your experience is always helpful. You can do so confidentially by emailing talentfeedback@biogen.com. - Jelena, HR
4.0
Nov 10, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

- Great Team Culture – Everyone is approachable, helpful, and genuinely collaborative. - Strong Leadership – Managers are supportive and approachable - Work-Life Balance – Flexible working arrangements and understanding of personal needs. - International Exposure – Working in a global environment brings valuable perspectives.

Cons

- Limited Cross-Department Visibility - Sometimes hard to see what other teams are working on - Change Management - Adjusting to new tools or processes can be challenging without enough training - Pace of Decision-Making - Occasionally slower than expected due to approvals or global alignment - Limited Career Advancement – Growth opportunities within the company can be limited, especially in specialized roles.

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