careers
Connecting humanity to medicine
At Vera Therapeutics, we bring together curious, driven, and talented people who believe science and empathy can uncover truth to lift the burdens of disease.
Why work at Vera Therapeutics?
Our work is rooted in uncovering the truths within complex diseases and for those who live with and manage these diseases. We act on those truths with discipline, empathy, and conviction.
A career at Vera Therapeutics is an opportunity to grow alongside a team that values transparency, collaboration, and long-view thinking, where every role is positioned to make an impact on the lives of those affected by serious disease.
Growth & development
We believe in a growth mindset and support learning in a variety of ways and at multiple levels, including our Values in Practice leadership program, on-demand skills courses, and individualized development opportunities tailored to each employee’s strengths, aspirations, and professional goals.
Recognition & celebration
Making an impact through meaningful work and living our values deserves recognition. In addition to our company-wide performance-based recognition program, employees can celebrate one another’s contributions and commitment to our values through our colleague recognition platform.
Community
We create opportunities for colleagues to connect and build strong relationships across the company. Through volunteer initiatives, team gatherings, in-office collaboration weeks, and our everyday ways of working, we are building a respectful, energized culture where people can do meaningful work in a place that feels welcoming, connected, and genuinely collaborative.
We listen to our team through our annual employee engagement survey, to help us continually improve our working environment and employee experience. We value and welcome feedback and we take action on what we hear.
Team Testimonials
Our employees share what it’s like to work at Vera Therapeutics and how they contribute to our mission every day.
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“My favorite thing about working at Vera Therapeutics is the owner’s mindset shared across our team. Responsibility equals accountability equals ownership, and a sense of ownership is the most powerful weapon a team or organization can have.”
Lara Patel
Director, FP&A
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“We have an opportunity to collaborate cross-functionally, and we see the impact across all our different teams, and how that might impact the bigger story at Vera Therapeutics.”
Dominique Monteil
Director, Biologics Process Development
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“I’ve worked as a pharmacist in communities with low health literacy and limited access to healthcare, and I feel I can bring that perspective to the table here, and it’s valued. Knowing who I am as a person and where I can actually fit and thrive: that’s Vera Therapeutics for me.”
Marissa Quinones, PharmD
Medical Director
What sets us apart
Our values shape how we work together and how we show up every day. They reflect our commitment to clarity, integrity, and collaboration and help create an environment where people can do their best work.
Empathy is our foundation
Empathy is as essential to what we do as is the science. We listen to patients and physicians, so their truths shape our work.
Owner’s mindset
We own our actions and our impact. We hold ourselves and each other accountable. We speak up when something’s not working, then help to make it right.
Demand clarity
We ask the hard questions and make clarity a priority, so everyone is aligned on what we’re doing and why.
No fences
We are engaged and willing to be challenged in our thinking. We pitch in and help each other succeed as a cross-functional, unified team.
Execute with urgency
We move fast and with purpose because lives depend on it. Every day counts for the people we serve.
Benefits & well-being
We’re committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and success of every member of our team. Our benefits are designed to help employees thrive at work, at home, and beyond.
Health & wellness
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible spending accounts and healthcare spending account with company contributions
- Employee Assistance Program with access to mental health support, work-life solutions, financial resources, and legal guidance
Financial wellbeing
- Competitive base and incentive compensation, including equity
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and immediate vesting
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Tuition reimbursement
Time away & work-life balance
- Flexible time off
- Paid parental leave
- Company-paid holidays, including a one-week winter shutdown
- Hybrid work environment and home office stipend
As a Vera Therapeutics colleague, you’ll enjoy these additional perks:
- Catered weekly lunches
- On-site gym
- Team building in-person and virtual events
- Opportunities to give back through volunteer efforts
- Recognition of work anniversaries and accomplishments
- Mobile phone stipend or company-provided phone
- Fantastic location close to San Francisco
Opportunities
We’re always looking for talented people who share our commitment to patients and scientific excellence. Explore our current openings and find where you might fit.