Pretty good company, but lot of politics and lack of upward mobility for IT. - Lead Analyst Merck Employee Review

3.0
Aug 15, 2008
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Pros

It's a decent company, has a very solid CEO, and pay scales are pretty good. The cafeterias are good. Telecommuting is allowed by some individual bosses.

Cons

There seems to be a lot of favoritism and politics. Some departments are worse than others. IT is not treated as well as business side. There are very limited advancement opportunities in the IT rhelm.

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Pros

End of the year shutdown which includes paid time off

Cons

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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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