Inventing for Life
At MSD, we are inspired by a shared vision and mission to save and improve lives.
Our purpose: We use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world
For more than 130 years, we have brought hope to humanity through the development of important medicines and vaccines. We aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company in the world – and today, we are at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. We foster a diverse and inclusive global workforce and operate responsibly every day to enable a safe, sustainable and healthy future for all people and communities.
We Are Unified by Our Values
Our values are our core. They guide everything we do, and they serve as the foundation of trust.
Our values & standards represent the very core of our character as a company and guide decisions and actions. These simple but enduring values have earned us the trust and respect of our colleagues, customers and communities.
Ethics and transparency at MSD are cornerstones of our corporate reputation.
Our values and standards are set forth in MSD’s Code of Conduct.
WHO WE ARE
We are a global healthcare company with a 125-year history of working to make a difference.
HEADQUARTERS
Kenilworth, N.J., U.S.A. and operates in more than 140 countries
EMPLOYEES
approximately 69,000 worldwide (as of 12/31/17)
Company Fact Sheet
2017 R&D EXPENSE
$7.3 billion
(excludes restructuring and merger related expenses)
BUSINESSES
Pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and animal health
2017 REVENUE
$40.1 billion
Our Board of Directors & Executive Committee
Learn more about what we're doing to help improve health around the world.
CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY
Corporate responsibility is at the heart of our company’s mission to discover, develop and provide innovative products and services that save and improve lives. Learn more about how we operate, read our views and positions statements and learn about our progress.
people reached through our major programs and partnerships
employees trained on our Code of Conduct
gallons of water saved over the past 6 years
executive roles held by women
Our Past, Our Future
Our rich history of discovery and innovation began more than 125 years ago and continues today. Through the years, our researchers have helped to find new ways to treat and prevent illness in people and animals around the world. We’ve done great things in the past. Today, we’re doing great things for the future.
In 2016, MSD celebrated its 125th anniversary as a global health care leader. Learn more about our accomplishments as well as what we’re excited about for the years to come.
Our Research
We are determined to transform breakthrough science into novel therapeutic and vaccine options.
Curiosity, inventiveness and a passion for excellence are what drive our people to discover what’s possible.
OUR WORK
Our business focuses on innovation and scientific excellence to deliver vaccines, medicines, and animal health products that can help millions around the world.
CORE AREAS OF FOCUS
- Diabetes
- Infectious Diseases
- Oncology
- Vaccines
- Animal Health:
- Livestock
- Companion Animal
- Aquaculture