Competitors:
ImmunoGen
ImmunoGen
Bluebird Bio offers products based on the transformative potential of gene therapy for patients with genetic and orphan diseases. read more
bluebird bio Company Culture
bluebird bio Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.9/5
bluebird bio's Overall Culture is rated C-
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Perks & Benefits
A-Environment
C+Manager
C+Compensation
CHappiness
C-bluebird bio CEO
Bottom 5%Bottom 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Nick Leschly
49 /100
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Diversity at bluebird bio
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work Betterbluebird bio eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 35%Bottom 35% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-14
bluebird bio employees are -14% more likely to recommend bluebird bio as a great place to work
| 43% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 0% | Passives |
| 57% | Detractors |
Working at bluebird bio
Working at bluebird bio is rated below average by 7 employees, across various culture dimensions. bluebird bio employees rate Perks And Benefits highest among all categories, and think that Meetings and CEO Rating have the most room for improvement, putting bluebird bio’s culture in the Bottom 30% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 30% compared to other companies in Boston. See below in detail how working at bluebird bio was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at bluebird bio
C-
Overall Company Culture at bluebird bio is rated C-
Last updated months ago
Bottom
30%
bluebird bio ranks in the Bottom 30% of other companies on Comparably with 51-200 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work Betterbluebird bio Employee Reviews
Out of 11 bluebird bio employee reviews, 33% were positive. The remaining 67% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping bluebird bio improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 33% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 67% |
Positive Reviews From bluebird bio Employees
- What are some of the best things about your team?They are supportive and dependable
- What are some of the best things about your team?Colleagues are excellent. Hard working for the most part. Surrounded by peers who care and leaders who pretend they’re too busy to develop or engage with their subordinate
- What did you like most about the interview process?The opportunity to meet with the team and learn more about the day to day.
Constructive Feedback From bluebird bio Employees
- What's going wrong and how can it be improved?Stock plummeting, and company split didn’t hel
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?They (leadership) need to care about their people. Invest in their people - as humans. Not transactional beings.
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Compensation and reward go towards senior level executives and they overlook their middle folks who execute and drive efficient measures.
bluebird bio Company Information
bluebird bio Company Overview
Bluebird Bio offers products based on the transformative potential of gene therapy for patients with genetic and orphan diseases.
bluebird bio Mission, Vision & Values
bluebird bio Mission & Values
At bluebird bio, we’re pioneering the uniquely promising world of gene therapy with a deep sense of purpose – to ensure lives are lived fully.
| Headquarter | 150 Second Street, Third Floor Cambridge, MA United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.bluebirdbio.com |
| Founding Date | 1992 |
| Tel | 339-499-9300 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | BLUE |
bluebird bio Competitors
bluebird bio competitors include ImmunoGen. bluebird bio ranks 2nd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how bluebird bio compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
bluebird bio Employees
7 employees at bluebird bio have reviewed bluebird bio across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 7 bluebird bio employees give their leadership a grade of C-, or Bottom 30% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at bluebird bio are generally satisfied with their total compensation at bluebird bio, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at bluebird bio are not very pleased with their team. 7 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a D. Less than half believe the meetings at bluebird bio are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at bluebird bio believe the environment at bluebird bio is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at bluebird bio is extremely fast. About 75% of the employees at bluebird bio work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at bluebird bio are dissatisfied, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining bluebird bio - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Boston about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. Boston employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 75% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
bluebird bio KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of bluebird bio's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 1 bluebird bio employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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bluebird bio CEO & Leadership
bluebird bio CEO - Nick Leschly
49 /100
Nick’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Nick in the Bottom 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 5% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Boston. Nick Leschly’s employees rank bluebird bio in the Top 15% for Perks And Benefits, in the Top 50% for Environment, and in the Top 50% for Manager. When compared to bluebird bio’s competitors, Nick Leschly ranks below ImmunoGen CEO Mark Enyedy.
bluebird bio Leadership
The bluebird bio Executive Team is rated a “C-” and led by CEO Nick Leschly, Chief Medical Officer David Davidson M.D., and Principal Financial Officer Jeffrey Walsh
Nick Leschly CEO / President
Mr. Nick Leschly has been the Chief Executive Officer and President at bluebird bio, Inc. (alternate name Genetix... read more
David Davidson M.D. Chief Medical Officer
Dr. David M. Davidson, also known as Dave, M.D., has been the Chief Medical Officer at bluebird bio, Inc. (alternate... read more
Jeffrey Walsh Principal Financial Officer
Mr. Jeffrey T. Walsh, also known as Jeff, MBA, has been the Chief Financial Officer of bluebird bio, Inc. (alternate... read more
Alison Finger Head of Commercial
Ms. Alison Finger has been Head of Commercial at bluebird bio, Inc. since August 2015. Prior to joining bluebird, Ms.... read more
Timothy J. Douros J.D. VP, Deputy General Counsel & Chief IP Counsel
Mr. Timothy J. Douros, J.D., also known as Tim, serves as Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and Chief IP Counsel at... read more
Andrew Obenshain Head of Europe & Senior VP
Mr. Andrew Obenshain has been Senior Vice President and Head of Europe at bluebird bio, Inc. since December 2, 2016. Mr.... read more
Stephanie Fagan Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications
Stephanie Fagan serves as the Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications of bluebird bio. Stephanie started at... read more
Kate Lewis Vice President, Medical Affairs, Scientific Communications & Medical Operations
Kate Lewis serves as the Vice President, Medical Affairs, Scientific Communications & Medical Operations of bluebird... read more
Jennifer Ganten Senior Director, Global Alliance Development & Public Policy
Jennifer Ganten serves as the Senior Director, Global Alliance Development & Public Policy of bluebird bio. Jennifer... read more
bluebird bio Salaries
How much does bluebird bio pay?
How much do people at bluebird bio get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at bluebird bio is $99,929, or $48 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $123,986, or $59 per hour.
At bluebird bio, the highest paid job is a Director of Engineering at $174,697 annually and the lowest is an Admin Assistant at $45,287 annually. Average bluebird bio salaries by department include: Operations at $73,159, HR at $75,313, Product at $115,053, and Design at $87,822. Half of bluebird bio salaries are above $123,986.
4 employees at bluebird bio rank their Compensation in the Bottom 40% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 12 ratings) while 4 employees at bluebird bio rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 4 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $63k | $63k | 1st Percentile |
20th Percentile $98k | $98k | 20th Percentile |
40th Percentile $122k | $122k | 40th Percentile |
60th Percentile $192k | $192k | 60th Percentile |
80th Percentile $235k | $235k | 80th Percentile |
100th Percentile $335k | $335k | 100th Percentile |
$99,929*
Average Compensation
$123,986*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
bluebird bio Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at bluebird bio
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at bluebird bio across various culture dimensions.
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bluebird bio PTO
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H1B Visa
In 2019, bluebird bio applied for 21 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 90% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
21
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 90% Granted (19 out of 21)
- 0% Denied ( out of 21)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 21)
- 10% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer (2 out of 21)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
Let bluebird bio Know You Want To Work There
Overview of Candidates Interested in bluebird bio on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 67% | |
|---|---|---|
Legal | 17% | |
Product | 17% |
Candidates By Location
Boston | 83% | |
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Akron | 17% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding bluebird bio
What is bluebird bio address?
bluebird bio location is at 150 Second Street, Third Floor
Who is the CEO of bluebird bio?
bluebird bio CEO is Nick Leschly, their score by employees is 49
What is bluebird bio eNPS?
The eNPS for bluebird bio is -14
What is bluebird bio revenue?
bluebird bio revenue is $35M
What is the salary for Recruiter in bluebird bio?
Recruiter average salary in the US is 75k
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