Rewarding but frustrating - Anonymous employee Merck Employee Review

3.0
8 Feb 2012
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

The pay, the mission, the science are all amazing, and I consider myself lucky to be given the opportunity to work among so many talented individuals.

Cons

Management, through the over-use of outsourcing, is making what used to be a highly enjoyable and rewarding job much less so. Not only have we been letting go fantastic colleagues, but those with the resources to quickly move on (e.g. the really talented and engaged people) have been leaving steadily on their own... leaving behind "management types". It's a real shame, and I feel like the heart and soul of Merck is gone.

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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.

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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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