"I look forward to coming to work every day with a sense of enthusiasm to steer the drug design process and accelerate discovery."

"...we are empowered by our leadership and have the freedom to express our opinions. That makes for a very dedicated group of people."

"I get full buy-in from all the scientists here – something I couldn't get at a big pharmaceutical company."

Read more of what our scientists say about Vitae Pharmaceuticals.

Our Values

Values are critical to any organization – small or large; new, evolving or established. As we have developed and grown, we have actively engaged our team of highly talented and experienced scientists in defining Vitae Pharmaceuticals' culture by asking them what they value and how they want Vitae Pharmaceuticals to operate to enable the rapid creation and advancement of innovative science – what they think is important and what defines who we are and how we work. Exclusively using their input, the following five values became clear, and are now the centerpiece of Vitae Pharmaceuticals' culture.

Vitae Pharmaceuticals Values

Innovation

We deliver great science. We solve challenging discovery, development and financing issues from any level by creating and implementing, or rigorously improving, highly innovative solutions within an overall environment that is flexible and constantly adapting.

Success-Oriented

We measure our performance by results. We generate value for patients, investors and our employees by rapidly advancing and delivering to the world important new medicines that help extend and enhance human life.

Action-Oriented

We are action oriented. We create value by making decisions – by defining proactive team plans, anticipating and / or resolving critical issues and acting with a strong sense of urgency to implement solutions.

Teamwork

We create a unique company strength by bringing diverse disciplines together to conquer major challenges. We bring together a broadly diverse team representing different cultures, functions, experiences and perspectives. We treat our fellow employees and our customers with trust and respect.

Winning Attitude

We enjoy our work, and mix a serious commitment and drive to succeed
with the ability to celebrate along the way. We employ enthusiastic, talented people and celebrate our successes.