Nektar Therapeutics develops therapeutics based on its advanced polymer conjugate chemistry technology platform. read more
Nektar Therapeutics Company Culture
Nektar Therapeutics Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.3/5
Nektar Therapeutics' Overall Culture is rated C
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Office Culture
B+Professional Development
B+Compensation
BEnvironment
BPerks & Benefits
B-Nektar Therapeutics CEO
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Howard Robin
51 /100
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Diversity at Nektar Therapeutics
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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 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-63
Nektar Therapeutics employees are -63% more likely to recommend Nektar Therapeutics as a great place to work
| 12% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 13% | Passives |
| 75% | Detractors |
Working at Nektar Therapeutics
Working at Nektar Therapeutics is rated below average by 9 employees, across various culture dimensions. Nektar Therapeutics employees rate Office Culture highest among all categories, and think that CEO Rating and eNPS have the most room for improvement, putting Nektar Therapeutics’s culture in the Bottom 45% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 35% compared to other companies in San Francisco. See below in detail how working at Nektar Therapeutics was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Nektar Therapeutics
C
Overall Company Culture at Nektar Therapeutics is rated C
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45%
Nektar Therapeutics ranks in the Bottom 45% of other companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Nektar Therapeutics Company Overview
Nektar Therapeutics develops therapeutics based on its advanced polymer conjugate chemistry technology platform.
| Headquarter | 201 Industrial Road San Carlos, CA United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.nektar.com |
| Founding Date | 1990 |
| Tel | 650-631-3100 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | NKTR |
Nektar Therapeutics Competitors
Nektar Therapeutics competitors include Genentech, Alkermes, and Amgen. Nektar Therapeutics ranks 4th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Nektar Therapeutics compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
Nektar Therapeutics Employees
9 employees at Nektar Therapeutics have reviewed Nektar Therapeutics 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 9 Nektar Therapeutics employees give their leadership a grade of C-, or Bottom 35% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Nektar Therapeutics are generally satisfied with their total compensation at Nektar Therapeutics, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Nektar Therapeutics are generally satisfied with their team. 9 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C-. Less than half believe the meetings at Nektar Therapeutics are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Nektar Therapeutics believe the environment at Nektar Therapeutics is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Nektar Therapeutics is extremely fast. About 40% of the employees at Nektar Therapeutics work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at Nektar Therapeutics are dissatisfied, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Nektar Therapeutics - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in San Francisco about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. San Francisco employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 78% 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.
Nektar Therapeutics KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Nektar Therapeutics' KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 3 Nektar Therapeutics employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 2 have said yes.
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Nektar Therapeutics CEO & Leadership
Nektar Therapeutics CEO - Howard Robin
51 /100
Howard’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Howard in the Bottom 10% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 5% compared to CEOs of all other companies in San Francisco. Howard Robin’s employees rank Nektar Therapeutics in the Top 20% for Office Culture, in the Top 20% for Professional Development, and in the Top 30% for Compensation. When compared to Nektar Therapeutics’s competitors, Howard Robin ranks below both Alkermes CEO Richard Pops and Amgen CEO Robert Bradway.
Nektar Therapeutics Leadership
The Nektar Therapeutics Executive Team is rated a “D” and led by CEO Howard Robin, Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President Gil Labrucherie J.D., and Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President John Nicholson
Howard Robin CEO / President
Mr. Howard W. Robin has been the Chief Executive Officer and the President of Prime Holdings & Investments Inc. since... read more
Gil Labrucherie J.D. Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President
Mr. Gil M. Labrucherie, J.D., has been Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of Nektar Therapeutics since... read more
John Nicholson Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President
Mr. John Nicholson has been the Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President at Nektar Therapeutics since June 2016... read more
Stephen K. Doberstein Ph.D. Senior VP of Research & Development and Chief Research & Development Officer
Dr. Stephen K. Doberstein, also known as Steve, Ph.D., has been Senior VP of Research & Development and Chief Research &... read more
Jillian B. Thomsen Chief Accounting Officer and Senior Vice President of Finance
Ms. Jillian B. Thomsen has been Chief Accounting Officer at Nektar Therapeutics since April 21, 2008 and its Senior Vice... read more
Mary Tagliaferri M.D., L.Ac. Senior VP of Clinical Development & Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Mary Tagliaferri, M.D., L.Ac. serves as Senior Vice President of Clinical Development at Nektar Therapeutics and has... read more
Mark A. Wilson Senior VP & General Counsel
Mr. Mark A. Wilson has been Senior Vice President and General Counsel of Nektar Therapeutics since January 2018 and July... read more
Chulani Karunatilake Senior Vice President-CMC Biologics (Pharmaceutical Development & Manufacturing)
Dr. Chulani Karunatilake, Ph.D. has been Senior Vice President-CMC Biologics (Pharmaceutical Development &... read more
Jonathan Zalevsky Ph.D. Senior VP of Research & Chief Scientific Officer
Dr. Jonathan Zalevsky, Ph.D. has been Senior Vice President of Research and Chief Scientific Officer at Nektar... read more
Nektar Therapeutics Salaries
How much does Nektar Therapeutics pay?
How much do people at Nektar Therapeutics get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Nektar Therapeutics is $131,137, or $63 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $134,356, or $64 per hour.
At Nektar Therapeutics, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $248,189 annually and the lowest is an Admin Assistant at $44,336 annually. Average Nektar Therapeutics salaries by department include: Legal at $248,189, Operations at $114,600, Sales at $151,409, and Finance at $97,678. Half of Nektar Therapeutics salaries are above $134,356.
5 employees at Nektar Therapeutics rank their Compensation in the Top 30% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 18 ratings) while 5 employees at Nektar Therapeutics rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 40% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 8 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $72k | $72k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $104k | $104k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $134k | $134k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $187k | $187k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $221k | $221k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $266k | $266k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $295k | $295k | 100th Percentile |
$131,137*
Average Compensation
$134,356*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Nektar Therapeutics Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Nektar Therapeutics
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Nektar Therapeutics across various culture dimensions.
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Nektar Therapeutics Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
Nektar Therapeutics PTO
Nektar Therapeutics' PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 0-10 days off a year. Nektar Therapeutics' benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $2500+ cash value per month.
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Nektar Therapeutics applied for 10 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 100% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
10
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 100% Granted (10 out of 10)
- 0% Denied ( out of 10)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 10)
- 0% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer ( out of 10)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
Let Nektar Therapeutics Know You Want To Work There
Overview of Candidates Interested in Nektar Therapeutics on Comparably
Candidates By Department
Legal | 100% |
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Candidates By Location
Boston | 100% |
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Nektar Therapeutics
What is Nektar Therapeutics address?
Nektar Therapeutics location is at 201 Industrial Road
Who is the CEO of Nektar Therapeutics?
Nektar Therapeutics CEO is Howard Robin, their score by employees is 51
What is Nektar Therapeutics eNPS?
The eNPS for Nektar Therapeutics is -63
What is the salary for Community Manager in Nektar Therapeutics?
Community Manager average salary in the US is 87k
What are the salaries in the Business Development in Nektar Therapeutics?
The average salaries for Business Development in Nektar Therapeutics is 116k
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