Regeneron Ranked Number One Biopharmaceutical Employer by Science Magazine for Third Consecutive Year

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals has been recognised by Science Magazine as the number one employer in the global biopharmaceutical industry for the third consecutive year, according to the journal's annual Top Employers Survey.

"Regeneron's success can be directly attributed to our incredible, dedicated employees who have an unparalleled commitment to turning science into medicines that will help people with serious diseases," said Leonard S. Schleifer, President and CEO of Regeneron. "Our unique culture nurtures and rewards innovation in R&D and throughout the company."

The award indicates that Regeneron earned high marks among survey respondents for being an innovative leader in industry, treating employees with respect, engendering employee loyalty, operating in a manner that is socially responsible, having clear vision and producing important, quality research.

"As our company grows, we remain relentless in our focus on advancing cutting-edge scientific innovation and achievement," said George D. Yancopoulos, Chief Scientific Officer of Regeneron and President of Regeneron Laboratories. "Every one of our nearly 3000 employees knows that he or she has an important impact on advancing meaningful work that will help patients."

The 2014 Science survey sought to identify the companies with the best reputations as employers, based on 5394 survey responses from readers of Science and other survey invitees. Survey participants came from North America (70%), Europe (23%), and Asia/Pacific Rim (6%); 91% work in biotechnology, biopharmaceutical, and pharmaceutical companies.