At the individual level, a great place to work. - IT Analyst Merck Employee Review

4.0
May 17, 2009
Recommend
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Pros

There are plenty of career advancement opportunities, and switching career tracks is encouraged. Mangement advocates cross-training employees, which then results in a well-rounded skill set. Especially in recent years, both low-performers and high-performers are recognized and handled accordingly. This means that the vast majority of your team members are extremely competent and knowledgeable, and you have the opportunity to interface and learn with some of the best.

Cons

The majority of the day-to-day policies are "up to your manager's discretion", meaning if you have a good manager, work/life balance and ability to take vacation or personal days are great. If you do not have a good manager, you are out of luck.

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
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Pros

Amazing to work and smart people to work around.

Cons

Not sponsoring in the US

4.0
Jun 2, 2026
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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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