Top 10 Biotech Companies Hiring Now

Mihailo Bozic
Mihailo Bozic
Updated July 16, 2026 · 7 min read

The top biotech companies hiring right now on Migrate Mate include Amgen, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, and Biogen, alongside companies working across gene editing, RNA therapeutics, mRNA medicine, and rare disease drug development. Migrate Mate tracks 739 live open roles across 10 biotech companies as of July 16, 2026, updated daily. Biotech is one of the few sectors where scientists, engineers, and commercial teams work on the same product pipeline, making it an unusually direct path from individual contribution to patient impact.

The 10 Biotech Companies hiring on Migrate Mate right now

Curated by our editorial team · 739 live roles from Migrate Mate, updated daily

  1. 01
    Amgen

    Amgen

    OncologyManufacturingCommercial

    Amgen has 395 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, the most of any biotech company we track, concentrated in account management (5) and communications (4). Amgen develops and manufactures medicines in oncology, rare disease, and metabolic conditions, with a decades-long commercial track record. Its scale supports robust hiring across research, manufacturing, regulatory, and commercial functions.

    Roles by team

    • Account Management5
    • Communications4
    • Engineering (Non-Software)4
    • Program Management3
    • Business Operations3

    +11 roles across other teams

    Open roles395 open
    Business Development Senior Manager - Alliance Management
    Thousand Oaks, CA · On-site
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    Process Development Sr. Scientist
    Thousand Oaks, CA · On-site
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    Senior Oncology Specialist - EMERALD - Nashville, TN
    Nashville-Davidson, TN · Hybrid
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    Sr. Manager of Manufacturing, Manufacturing Services
    West Greenwich, RI · On-site
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    Mgr Manufacturing - Nights
    West Greenwich, RI · On-site
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    See all 395 roles at Amgen
  2. 02
    Vertex Pharmaceuticals

    Vertex Pharmaceuticals

    Rare DiseaseResearchClinical

    Vertex Pharmaceuticals has 131 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in business operations (9) and business development (8). Vertex develops and commercializes medicines for serious diseases, with cystic fibrosis treatments that have set a high bar for genetic disease therapy. The company has an active pipeline in pain, kidney disease, and cell therapy.

    Roles by team

    • Business Operations9
    • Business Development8
    • Communications4
    • Data Analytics3
    • Business Strategy2

    +16 roles across other teams

    Open roles131 open
    3rd Shift - Quality Control Sr. Associate/Sr. Specialist (contract) 29622
    Boston, MA · On-site
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    Associate Director, Shift Quality Operations (Onsite)
    Boston, MA · On-site
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    Senior Center Account Manager, Northwest (Cystic Fibrosis)
    Boston, MA · On-site
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    Global Travel Operations, Senior Manager
    Boston, MA · Hybrid
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    Senior Director, Clinical Pharmacology
    Boston, MA · Hybrid
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    See all 131 roles at Vertex Pharmaceuticals
  3. 03
    Biogen

    Biogen

    NeuroscienceImmunologyMedical Affairs

    Biogen has 105 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in business strategy (6) and business development (6). Biogen develops therapies for neurological, rare, and autoimmune diseases, with a portfolio that spans Alzheimer's, multiple sclerosis, and spinal muscular atrophy. Its long history in neuroscience makes it a known destination for specialists in that space.

    Roles by team

    • Business Strategy6
    • Business Development6
    • Business Operations4
    • Brand Marketing4
    • Account Management3

    +24 roles across other teams

    Open roles105 open
    Executive Medical Director, Clinical Development, MS and Neuropsychiatry
    Cambridge, MA · Hybrid
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    Sr. Associate Scientist, Neuromuscular Research
    Cambridge, MA · On-site
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    Senior Scientist, Immunology
    San Francisco, CA · On-site
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    Associate Director, Field Operations- Neuropsychiatry
    Remote · On-site
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    Director, Finance Transformation
    Cambridge, MA · Hybrid
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    See all 105 roles at Biogen
  4. 04
    Twist Bioscience

    Twist Bioscience

    GenomicsEngineeringSynthetic Biology

    Twist Bioscience has 26 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in laboratory research (7) and biotech & life sciences (4). Twist Bioscience manufactures synthetic DNA at scale for genomics research, antibody discovery, and pharmaceutical development. Its platform sits at the intersection of hardware, software, and biology, drawing engineers and scientists alike.

    Roles by team

    • Laboratory Research7
    • Biotech & Life Sciences4
    • Manufacturing Operations2
    • Marketing2
    • Product Management2

    +8 roles across other teams

    Open roles26 open
    Supervisor, IgG Production
    Wilsonville, OR · On-site
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    Director Global Logistics
    Wilsonville, OR · On-site
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    Protein Scientist
    Wilsonville, OR · On-site
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    Product Line Specialist, Characterization
    Portland, OR · On-site
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    Sr Research Associate, Upstream in vivo Antibody Discovery
    Boston, MA · On-site
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    See all 26 roles at Twist Bioscience
  5. 05
    BioNTech

    BioNTech

    mRNAOncologyImmunotherapy

    BioNTech has 17 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in business operations (4) and biotech & life sciences (4). BioNTech develops mRNA medicines and immunotherapies, with active programs across oncology and infectious disease. Its U.S. operations are expanding as it moves its oncology pipeline toward later clinical stages.

    Roles by team

    • Business Operations4
    • Biotech & Life Sciences4
    • Business Strategy1
    • Program Management1
    • Cloud & DevOps1

    +5 roles across other teams

    Open roles17 open
    Director - Commercial Launch Logistics Management US
    Berkeley Heights, NJ · On-site
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    Scientist I, ADC Biochemistry
    Cambridge, MA · On-site
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    Director, R&D Program Management
    Cambridge, MA · On-site
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    Associate Director, Projects & Strategy, Analytics, Science & Technology (AS&T)
    Gaithersburg, MD · On-site
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    Director, Global Quality, US & Americas
    Gaithersburg, MD · On-site
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    See all 17 roles at BioNTech
  6. Editor’s note

    What to look for in a biotech employer

    The most important factor in evaluating a biotech employer is pipeline stage: early-stage companies offer scientific depth and equity upside but carry more risk and fewer resources, while later-stage and commercial companies offer stability and broader functional roles. Look at how a company funds itself and how much runway it has, since biotech hiring can contract sharply after a clinical setback. The culture of cross-functional collaboration matters more here than in most industries, because scientists, engineers, and commercial teams have to work closely enough together for the work to move.

    Pipeline Stage

    A company's clinical stage shapes the work, the risk, and the resources available to you. Earlier pipelines mean more scientific latitude; later-stage means faster-paced commercial and operational roles.

    Funding Runway

    Biotech companies raise capital in rounds tied to clinical milestones. Knowing when a company last raised and what data readouts are upcoming tells you a great deal about near-term hiring stability.

    Platform vs. Program

    Platform companies build repeatable technologies with multiple drug candidates. Program companies focus on one or two assets. Platforms tend to hire more broadly across functions; program companies offer deeper focus.

  7. 06
    Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

    Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

    HematologyCommercialOncology

    Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has 15 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in account management (3) and program management (1). Rigel is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company with approved products in hematology and an oncology pipeline in active development. Its commercial infrastructure creates openings in sales, medical affairs, and market access.

    Roles by team

    • Account Management3
    • Program Management1
    • Cloud & DevOps1
    • Business Analysis1
    • Customer Success1

    +5 roles across other teams

    Open roles15 open
    Associate Director, Medical Affairs Operations
    South San Francisco, CA · Remote
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    National Account Director
    Remote · Remote
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    Executive Director, Account Management
    Remote · Remote
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    AD, Global Supply Chain Planning & Logistics
    Remote · Hybrid
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    Senior Manager, Quality Assurance Program
    South San Francisco, CA · On-site
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    See all 15 roles at Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
  8. 07
    Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals

    Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals

    RNAiClinical StageResearch

    Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals has 13 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in laboratory research (5) and project & program management (2). Arrowhead develops RNA interference-based medicines targeting the liver and other tissues, with a pipeline that covers cardiovascular, metabolic, and pulmonary diseases. Its RNAi platform is one of the more active in clinical-stage biotech.

    Roles by team

    • Laboratory Research5
    • Project & Program Management2
    • Compliance & Legal2
    • Clinical Support2
    • Data Science & Analytics1

    +1 roles across other teams

    Open roles13 open
    Group Manager, Process Development & Operations
    Verona, WI · On-site
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    Group Manager, Product Development Operations
    Verona, WI · On-site
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    Senior Scientist I
    San Diego, CA · On-site
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    Scientist/Senior Scientist, Antibody Engineering
    San Diego, CA · On-site
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    Manager, Clinical Programming
    Los Angeles, CA · On-site
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    See all 13 roles at Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals
  9. 08
    Beam Therapeutics

    Beam Therapeutics

    Base EditingPrecision MedicineResearch

    Beam Therapeutics has 13 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in quality assurance & testing (QA Testing) (4) and healthcare administration (3). Beam Therapeutics develops precision genetic medicines using base editing, a technology that modifies individual DNA letters without cutting the genome. Its programs span blood disorders, liver disease, and immuno-oncology.

    Roles by team

    • Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)4
    • Healthcare Administration3
    • Quality Control2
    • Clinical Support1
    • Strategy & Corporate Development1

    +2 roles across other teams

    Open roles13 open
    Manager/Senior Manager, Clinical Data Management
    Cambridge, MA · On-site
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    Director, Insights & Analytics
    Cambridge, MA · Hybrid
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    Associate Director / Director, Clinical Quality Assurance
    Cambridge, MA · On-site
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    Senior Quality Control Analyst
    Durham, NC · On-site
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    Vice President, Global RWE and HEOR Strategy
    Cambridge, MA · Hybrid
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    See all 13 roles at Beam Therapeutics
  10. 09
    Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

    Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

    RNA TherapeuticsRare DiseaseClinical

    Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has 12 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in laboratory research (9) and allied health (1). Ionis develops RNA-targeted therapeutics with approved medicines in rare disease, cardiovascular, and neurological conditions. Its antisense oligonucleotide platform is one of the most validated RNA medicine approaches in the industry.

    Roles by team

    • Laboratory Research9
    • Allied Health1
    • Clinical Support1
    • Patient Services & Wellbeing1
    Open roles12 open
    Director, DMPK- Pharmacokinetics & Clinical Pharmacology
    Boston, MA · On-site
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    Senior Research Associate / Senior Scientist / Assistant Director
    Carlsbad, CA · On-site
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    Sr. Scientist/Assistant Director Analytical Development & Quality Control
    Carlsbad, CA · On-site
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    Senior Research Associate
    Carlsbad, CA · On-site
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    Senior RA/ Sr. Scientist Analytical Development & Quality Control
    Carlsbad, CA · On-site
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    See all 12 roles at Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
  11. 10
    Protagonist Therapeutics

    Protagonist Therapeutics

    Peptide MedicineHematologyClinical Stage

    Protagonist Therapeutics has 12 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in biotech & life sciences (5) and AI (Artificial Intelligence) (2). Protagonist develops peptide-based medicines for blood and inflammatory diseases, with a lead program in polycythemia vera that has advanced through late-stage trials. The company is growing its clinical and commercial infrastructure.

    Roles by team

    • Biotech & Life Sciences5
    • AI (Artificial Intelligence)2
    • Logistics & Fleet Management1
    • Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)1
    • Clinical Trials1
    Open roles12 open
    Sr. HR Coordinator
    Newark, CA · On-site
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    Senior Scientist Analytical Development & Quality Control
    Newark, CA · On-site
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    Senior Research Associate, Biology and Translational Science
    Newark, CA · On-site
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    IT Helpdesk & Infrastructure Engineer
    Newark, CA · On-site
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    Staff Scientist II - Medicinal Chemistry
    Newark, CA · On-site
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    See all 12 roles at Protagonist Therapeutics

How biotech companies pay and how equity works

Compensation in biotech is structured around base salary, annual bonus, and equity, typically in the form of stock options or restricted stock units. At commercial-stage and larger companies, base pay is competitive with other science-driven industries, and total compensation is more predictable. At earlier-stage companies, base salaries may sit below market, with the gap made up in larger option grants that carry real value only if the company reaches a liquidity event. The day-to-day trade-off is that biotech roles tend to be more technically demanding and deadline-driven than they first appear, particularly around clinical timelines and regulatory submissions. Scientists and engineers often work in smaller teams with broader responsibilities than they would carry at a large pharmaceutical company or a general technology employer. That scope can accelerate career development, but it also means fewer layers of support when a program hits a difficult stretch.

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Biotech Companies: Frequently Asked Questions

Which biotech companies are hiring the most right now?

Amgen is hiring the most, with 395 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, followed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals (131) and Biogen (105). Migrate Mate tracks 739 live roles across 10 biotech companies in total, updated daily, so the order shifts as companies open and close positions.

Do biotech companies pay well compared to larger tech companies?

Generally, yes. Growth-stage and commercial biotech companies are broadly competitive with large technology employers on base salary, particularly in research, engineering, and data science functions. The difference is in how compensation is structured: a larger share of the total package sits in equity at biotech companies, and the realized value of that equity depends on the company's clinical progress and market performance. Earlier-stage companies tend to offer lower base pay with larger option grants, while later-stage commercial companies carry compensation profiles closer to the broader market.

What kinds of roles do biotech companies typically hire for?

Biotech companies hire most heavily in laboratory research, business operations, and business development. Across the 10 biotech companies Migrate Mate tracks, laboratory research is the largest function at 21 of 739 open roles as of July 16, 2026, followed by business operations (20) and business development (14).

Do biotech companies hire remotely?

It depends on the company and the function. Of the roles Migrate Mate tracks across these 10 biotech companies, 23% are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026. Remote availability varies by team and role, so each Migrate Mate listing shows its work location before you apply.