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The most popular employers in science

Ruairi Kavanagh

18 Oct 2024, 13:26

The most popular graduate recruiters in science

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The most popular graduate recruiters in science, as voted for by students for the 2024/25 Student survey, run by gradireland and our research partner Cibyl. You can read the 2024/25 edition here.

1. Pfizer

Pfizer, a pharmaceutical company producing best-selling drugs such as Lipitor, Accupril and Viagra, has been operating in Ireland for over 30 years.

2. Johnson & Johnson

Find out more about graduate careers with Johnson & Johnson here.

3. Boston Scientific

Find out more about graduate careers with Boston Scientific here.

4. Abbott Ireland

Leading global pharmaceutical and life sciences manufacturer.

5. Medtronic

Medtronic has advanced its position as the world's premier medical technology and services company. The company is the leader in 12 medical device categories.

6. AbbVie

Global pharmaceutical and life sciences company.

7. MSD

Major life sciences and pharmaceutical firm. Find out more about graduate careers at here.

8. GE Healthcare

GE HealthCare partner with customers to fulfil healthcare’s greatest potential through ground-breaking medical technology, intelligent devices, and care solutions. Better tools enabling better patient care.

9. Stryker

Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies with innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. 

10. Regeneron Ireland

Regeneron is a leading biotechnology company dedicated to inventing, developing and commercialising life-transforming treatments for serious diseases. 

For more information on major graduate employers visit gradireland employers

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