Old School Company - Associate Director Merck Employee Review

2.0
Aug 28, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Some good people. That’s about it.

Cons

Work/Life Balance Very stringent work from home policy. If you are local you are expected to work in the office even though you may be only interacting with people outside of the campus or the US. Expected to work in the office and also take very early team calls and support needed on weekends or nights. They want office collaboration, but hire staff outside of NJ/PA areas, so the policy is only hurting people who live in a commutable distance to the office. It is a popularity contest company. If you are a knowledgeable hard worker, this is not valued. Benefit package is not as good as other companies in the class. Overcrowded campus where you can’t even get a decent lunch. It used to be a very good company. That’s too bad. Nothing lasts forever.

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Cons

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4.0
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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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