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Research

We believe research is the will to conquer the impossible and that science will lead the way.

The journey to discovery is guided by science — and inspired by patients

Every day our scientists, from all backgrounds and disciplines, work together to use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives.

 

MSD Research Laboratories: Where extraordinary breakthroughs happen

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Our research in action

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~21.8K

People employed in R&D

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$30.5B

Invested in R&D in 2023

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1,400+

Publications by our scientists

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Pipeline

We have a proud legacy of turning breakthrough science into medicines and vaccines that save and improve lives around the world.

Publications

As part of our commitment to unparalleled research, our scientists and postdoctoral research fellows are encouraged to be active members of the scientific community.

Clinical trials

Our progress is due in large part to the important and tough scientific questions we set out to answer with our clinical trials.

Business development & licensing

With a robust pipeline and portfolio fueled by both our own discoveries and external innovation, we know that collaborations are critical to advancing bold science.

Discovery & development

We’re focused on transforming novel science into groundbreaking medicines and vaccines for patients.

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Drug discovery

Drug discovery and development is a complex and lengthy process. It requires creativity, tenacity and agility and the expertise of thousands of scientists working diligently toward our goal to save and improve lives around the world.

Meet our scientists

Innovation is fueled by diverse expertise and backgrounds. Our R&D leaders are pushing scientific boundaries at MSD. Meet our scientists.

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Dean Li
Executive vice president and president, MSD Research Laboratories

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Eliav Barr
Senior vice president, head of global clinical development and chief medical officer

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George Addona
Senior vice president and head, discovery, preclinical development and translational medicine

Postdoctoral Research Fellows Program

Our Postdoctoral Research Fellows Program aims to be a best-in-industry experience for Ph.D. graduates, providing academic focus in a large pharmaceutical environment.

Where we work

Research based on innovation is at the core of who we are and what we do. It starts with the capabilities and expertise at our facilities, but we're open to collaboration anywhere the science leads us. View all of our R&D locations.

Rahway
South San Francisco
Boston
London