We are a specialty pharmaceutical company committed to supporting patients with rare diseases and serious unmet medical needs
Passion, authenticity, and a relentless sense of purpose drive our groundbreaking scientific work.
A legacy of
breakthrough work
Kyowa Kirin is a fully integrated specialty pharmaceutical company based in Japan with global operations, including a growing footprint in North America. We’re backed by more than 70 years of scientific breakthroughs and grounded in the Japanese concept of Wa, which is a selfless approach to collaboration and teamwork that puts collaborative success and the interests of the patients we serve above all else. We are proud of our work to help patients and families, and thankful for all those who have contributed. We also are humbled in knowing that so many other people are still awaiting their own breakthroughs.
Our 4 values and 11 KABEGOE Principles
At Kyowa Kirin, our Core Values drive us to do everything we can to answer the needs
of rare disease patients, their families, and medical professionals.
We also embrace 11 KABEGOE Principles. These ways of working and living
guide our efforts to overcome barriers while still staying true to who we are.
Commitment to Life
We strive to contribute to the health and well-being of communities by pursuing advances in life sciences and technologies.
- Patient centric
- Ownership
- Talent developer
Teamwork/Wa
We believe in one for all, and all for one by going beyond boundaries and collaborating with our stakeholders.
- Super team with shared vision
- Inspire others
- Create space for all voices
Integrity
We do things the right way - sincerely, honestly, and ethically across every aspect of our business.
- Do the right thing
- Care for others
Innovation
We transform lives with passion and excitement - challenging the status quo in all that we do.
- Be brave and agile
- Be curious and keep learning
- Make a difference
By working together,
we can transform the patient experience
We are collaborative, ambitious, and innovative.
Whether you join our team as an employee or as a strategic partner, you become part of an organization that celebrates diversity, transparency, and real teamwork. We welcome people who share our spirit of innovation and enthusiasm for turning science into smiles.