About Us

Vertex creates new possibilities in medicine. Our team discovers, develops and commercializes innovative therapies so people with serious diseases can lead better lives.

Vertex scientists and our collaborators are working on new medicines to advance the treatment of hepatitis C, cystic fibrosis, epilepsy and other life-threatening diseases.

Vertex isn’t a conventional pharmaceutical company. Each and every person at Vertex is driven by a passion for fearless innovation and a bold desire to transform the lives of millions with new medicines. Vertex has ongoing worldwide research programs and sites in the U.S., U.K. and Canada and employs over 1800 people.

For more information and to view Vertex's press releases, please visit our News Section.

Worldwide Locations
Cambridge, MA, USA (Headquarters)
San Diego, CA, USA
Abingdon, Oxfordshire, UK
Laval (Quebec), Canada
Coralville, IA, USA

Stock Ticker
Vertex’s is a common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol VRTX. For more information, please visit the Investor Relations section.

Community – A Strategic Approach to Giving
Vertex’s Community Relations initiatives connect the company with local and global communities through innovative activities that champion the Vertex values. Vertex is fortunate to be a part of many communities worldwide. We believe in advancing math and science education for children, building alliances and collaborations with local community organizations and supporting local community organizations where our employees live and work.

Grants Program
Vertex considers grant requests for support of various educational programs and provides donations to non-profit agencies and charities. We also provide organizational sponsorships, corporate memberships and funds in support of patient initiatives. For more information, please visit the Grants Program section.

Collaboration
Our pursuit of breakthrough discovery is boundless. Vertex has established a global network that connects more than 500 of the world’s leading researchers, academic centers and companies in open collaboration. Together, Vertex and our collaborators challenge the unknown and extend the reach of science.

Executive Officers

Matthew Emmens
Chairman, President and CEO
For more information about Vertex's senior management team, including the Board of Directors, please use the links to the left.

Accolades
Vertex has continually been recognized as one of the industry's top workplaces by leading publications such as Science Magazine, The Boston Globe, Boston Business Journal, San Diego Business Journal and The Scientist.