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Do workers at Merck get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
46% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

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82% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
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At Merck, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
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Is the health insurance from Merck affordable enough for their workers?

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100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
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Do people get paid time off at Merck?

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Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 38% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 25% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 13% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 25% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and February 2026.

Do workers at Merck worry about hours?

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Do Merck workers get to choose the shifts they work?

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48% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
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How easy is it for Merck workers to change shifts?

Most people find it hard to change shifts.
80% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
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How easy is it to get time off at Merck?

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86% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
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Do Merck managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
93% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
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Do jobs at Merck spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
17% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
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How easy is it to take sick days at Merck?

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85% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
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Is working at Merck good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

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Do people at Merck get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
77% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
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Do people at Merck recommend working with their team?

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Do people get enough training when they start at Merck?

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In the last year, 67% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
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37% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
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Senior Associate Scientist, Oncology Discovery

Senior Associate Scientist, Oncology Discovery

Merck & Co.

South San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago

Merck rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 50 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 74 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

Merck & Co. is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist in South San Francisco to join their Discovery Oncology team. The role involves leading research programs aimed at advancing novel cancer therapies, with close collaboration across functions.

The ideal candidate should possess a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline and significant experience in oncology drug discovery. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical and retirement benefits.

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