How many employees work at Galapagos?

Galapagos NV has 933 employees, according to Revelio Labs workforce intelligence data. The YoY growth rate is -36.3%.

Data source: Revelio Labs Coverage: Global workforce Latest update: September 2025

About Galapagos

We are a fully integrated biotechnology company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative medicines. We are committed to improving patients’ lives worldwide by targeting diseases with high unmet needs. Our R&D capabilities cover multiple drug modalities, including small molecules and cell therapies. Our portfolio comprises discovery through to Phase 4 programs in immunology, oncology, and other indications. Our first medicine for rheumatoid arthritis and ulcerative colitis is available in Europe and Japan.

As of September 2025

Galapagos
workforce metrics

Headcount

933

Avg. Salary

$101.9k

Tenure

3.8yr

Growth Rate

-36.3%

Hiring Rate

Attrition Rate

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Employee Headcount

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  • Galapagos total number of employees in 2025 was 966.734, a 36.3% decline from 2024.
  • Galapagos total number of employees in 2024 was 1,340.797, a 22.1% decline from 2023.
  • Galapagos total number of employees in 2023 was 1,642.671, a 14.8% decline from 2022.

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Employee Geographic Breakdown

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Employee Role Breakdown

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Employee Compensation

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Active Job Postings

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  • Galapagos active job postings in 2025 was 68, a 126.3% decline from 2024.
  • Galapagos active job postings in 2024 was 92, a 35.7% decline from 2023.
  • Galapagos active job postings in 2023 was 132, a 21.6% decline from 2022.

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