Great at first, hard to advance without a PhD. - Staff Chemist Merck Employee Review

3.0
27 Jan 2009
Recommend
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Pros

The compensation, benefits and work-life balance are all top-notch. Fellow employees are all highly intelligent and driven. The possibility for visibility across departments is usually not hard to come by, which helps your development.

Cons

The competitive environment sometimes get in the way of cooperation. The industry is redefining itself now and for the past few years and the employees are suffering to keep their jobs.

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5.0
9 June 2026
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Pros

Pension plan is great with high proportion

Cons

Slow promotion and too much meetings

4.0
2 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Over my tenure, I had the opportunity to work alongside highly talented and mission-driven colleagues dedicated to improving patient outcomes. The organization provided exposure to cross-functional collaboration, leadership development opportunities, and meaningful work supporting healthcare providers, patients, and community stakeholders. I appreciated the company's commitment to innovation, professional growth, and serving patients through scientific advancement.

Cons

Like many large organizations, priorities and organizational structures evolved over time, which occasionally created uncertainty and changes in responsibilities. Decision-making processes could sometimes be complex due to the size of the organization, and navigating multiple layers of stakeholders occasionally impacted speed and execution.

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