Working at merck has many pros and cons - Anonymous employee Merck Employee Review

3.0
Apr 9, 2010
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Merck puts a high priority on helping patients by providing the bests drugs available & strives to develop novel treatments for diseases.

Cons

There is a glass ceiling for many Merck employees that have returned to school and have obtained a BS degree.At some sites, they are discriminated against in identical job positions & can earn much less than newer employees that were hired with BS degrees.

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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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