Gone downhill - Anonymous employee Merck Employee Review

3.0
27 Apr 2014
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Their benefits still better than some companies in general, though even that is getting cheap by the year.

Cons

They keep saying they want to cut layers to increase transparency, but it's an excuse to keep cutting the actual worker bees. Folks there work there because it's a job, and there just aren't many other jobs around the area anymore. A lot of the talented folk already moved out of the area to find new opportunities. It's sad because it used to be a good company.

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Cons

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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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