Awards and Recognition

At EMD Serono, Inc., we are proud of the various awards and recognition that our company receives. These awards reflect our commitment to the patients we serve and the communities in which we live and work. Recent awards include:

In June 2009, The Boston Business Journal recognized EMD Serono as one of the Best Places to Work, ranking number 12 in the large company category. Employees of nominated companies were asked to complete an online survey featuring categories such as: work environment, work-life balance, job satisfaction, advancement opportunities, management, compensation and benefits.

In May 2009, The Scientist magazine named EMD Serono as a best place to work in the life sciences industries, ranking number 9 out of the top large life sciences organizations worldwide. The survey yielded responses from over 200 life sciences companies worldwide and ranked respondents' working environment according to 45 criteria in 8 different categories, including job satisfaction, benefits, training and integrity. EMD Serono received high scores in the categories of Training & Development and Remuneration & Benefits.

On October 9, 2008, EMD Serono was named by Science magazine as a top employer in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, ranking number 7 out of the top 20 employers across the life sciences.  The ranking is a result of the survey conducted by Science, which sought to determine which biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies were most admired by people who work in the field, and why.  This is the second year EMD Serono has appeared on the Science Top Employer list.

August 2008: EMD Serono, Inc. is proud to announce that its President and CEO, Fereydoun Firouz, was chosen as one of PharmaVOICE Magazine’s 100 most inspiring leaders of 2008. Mr. Firouz’s unparalleled work as a community and industry leader was recognized along with a distinguished group of individuals who are setting the standard for corporate leadership, research and development, technology enhancement, creativity, marketing and strategy. Mr. Firouz’s strong leadership, strategic vision, and keen focus have contributed to EMD Serono’s growing footprint in the United States.

In the Special Feature of the June 2008 issue, PharmaVoice profiled EMD Serono's commitment to good corporate citizenship through sponsorship, fundraising and employee volunteerism.

PharmaVoice Feature Article June 2008 (PDF 6.12 mB)

In 2007, PharmaVoice featured EMD Serono's commitment to achieving ISO 14001 Certification for Environmental Responsibility.

PharmaVoice Profiles EMD Serono's Go Green Efforts (PDF 342 kB)

In 2008, EMD Serono’s easypod® won the highly sought after Clarion Award from the Association for Women in Communications. The Clarions, named for the medieval trumpet known for its clarity, symbolize excellence in clear, concise communications and honor excellence across all communications disciplines. easypod® is the first of its kind automated device specifically for the administration of Saizen® [somatropin (rDNA origin) for injection], the company’s treatment for pediatric growth hormone deficiency. Key features of easypod® include preset dosing, dose memory, and a hidden needle for patient comfort. Click on the Saizen product name above for additional product and full prescribing information.

In 2008, EMD Serono’s easypod® received the Bellringer Award, which is sponsored by The Publicity Club of New England. This award recognizes and honors excellence in communications and public relations work in every industry. easypod® is the first of its kind automated device specifically for the administration of Saizen® [somatropin (rDNA origin) for injection], the company’s treatment for pediatric growth hormone deficiency. Key features of easypod® include preset dosing, dose memory, and a hidden needle for patient comfort. Click on the Saizen product name above for additional product and full prescribing information.

In 2008, EMD Serono and the easypod® device were awarded a Gold Medal as a Laureate of the Computerworld Honors Program. In its 20th year, Computerworld Honors is the longest running global program to honor individuals and organizations that use information technology to benefit society. Award recipients are especially noteworthy for the originality of its conception, the breadth of its vision and the significance of its benefit to society. easypod® is the first of its kind automated device specifically for the administration of Saizen® [somatropin (rDNA origin) for injection], the company’s treatment for pediatric growth hormone deficiency. Key features of easypod® include preset dosing, dose memory, and a hidden needle for patient comfort. Click on the Saizen product name above for additional product and full prescribing information.

In 2007, EMD Serono received an award from the American Cancer Society in recognition and appreciation of the company’s outstanding support and tireless efforts in the fight against cancer through Daffodil Days.

In 2006 and 2007, EMD Serono was the recipient of Boston Business Journal’s Corporate Philanthropy Award for exceptional charitable programs and corporate giving at the first-ever Corporate Philanthropy Summit. The company and its employees are actively involved in the community, supporting health, science and education programs as well as non-profit, education and civic organizations through financial and in-kind donations.  Throughout the organization, employees are passionate about giving back to the communities in which we live and work.

In 2006, EMD Serono’s FertilityLifeLines.com won top honors in the DTC National Advertising Awards for the Best Non-Branded Website from DTC Perspectives, Inc., the leader in DTC Marketing Media and Conferences. The DTC National Advertising Awards recognize excellence in direct to consumer communication. Fertility LifeLines™ is a free, confidential educational service about fertility provided by EMD Serono to help women understand their fertility status and options for increasing fertility.

In 2007, EMD Serono’s mslifelines.com won the W3 award in the healthcare category section. The W3 Award is sanctioned by the International Academy of Visual Arts and honors creative excellence on the web, and web marketing programs. mslifelines.com is a comprehensive, educational website about multiple sclerosis that also provides information regarding support services and resources available on managing and living with multiple sclerosis.