Your journey here starts today.

Welcome to a team of explorers, makers, thinkers and bold dreamers. 
A sense of mutual respect and mindfulness permeates our culture-in fact, it’s the key to our success.

We are looking forward to having you join our team.
The below information will help you understand our onboarding process and how you can get ready to start your career with us.

We believe our greatest assets are our people. Here, you have a golden opportunity to use your curiosity, digital mastery, empathy and this company’s incredible commitment to research to go after something life changing.

Welcome to a journey of invention and discovery! 

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Preparing for day one

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The dates for the introductory meetings 2026

Please register yourself at welcomemsd@msd.com
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Week Date Presenter Guide for the tour (and photographer for group picture)
7 Monday 09 Feb Ad Koning Simone Nouris
16 Monday 13 Apr Frank Mattijssen Marijke Belder
24 Monday 08 Jun Frank Lentine Carolien Lugtmeijer
37 Monday 07 Sept Brian Woolhouse Brenda van Enter
46 Monday 09 Nov Walter Vicca Jamie de Ruijter

Preparing for your first day

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Excited to start, but don't have all the answers?

Every new hire experience is different.
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Frequently asked questions


On behalf of all of us, welcome on board!
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Medical Director
Successful applicants will hold a degree in Medicine (ideally with postgraduate training in a clinical specialty), Pharmacy (with postgraduate training) or other Health Sciences with a Ph.D. You’ll also have experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with Medical Affairs experience in two or more therapeutic areas.
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Medical Director
Successful applicants will hold a degree in Medicine (ideally with postgraduate training in a clinical specialty), Pharmacy (with postgraduate training) or other Health Sciences with a Ph.D. You’ll also have experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with Medical Affairs experience in two or more therapeutic areas.
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Our Awards

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100 Best Companies to Work For
Fortune, 2025
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Top Employer
Science Magazine, 2024
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Best Employers: Excellence in Health & Well-being Award
Business Group on Health, 2024
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Workplace Health Achievement Award
American Heart Association, 2024
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Global CEO Cancer Gold Standard
CEO Roundtable on Cancer, 2024
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Human Rights Campaign’s Best Places to Work 
Corporate Equality Index, 2024
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