COMBINING OUR STRENGTHS
SHARING OUR SUCCESSES

A belief in the power of teamwork is at the very core of our business strategy.

For all the original research we conduct at Merck, we know that the next great discovery in medicine may come from outside of our laboratories. This is why the formation of strategic partnerships is a central part of our mission to turn breakthrough science into novel medicines that improve patients' lives.

So if you've discovered something significant, perhaps it’s time to learn how we can work together to turn your discovery's potential into reality.

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Innovative Leadership

A team of seasoned researchers and proven business leaders guides our innovative Licensing group as we pursue each new potential breakthrough with scientific rigor and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Meet the new head of Licensing

Meet our Licensing leadership team

Creative Dealmaking:
Voices of Our Partners

Merck has a long tradition of successful partnerships. We recognize that the greatest achievements are not reached alone. They are the result of teamwork. Hear what our partners have to say about working with Merck.

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Our Process

From initial discussions to signing the deal, our partnership process is rapid, clear and straightforward.

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Contact our Scientific Scouts

Our scientific scouts are experts in your field who work with you to determine if your discovery aligns with our areas of interests. If it does, they'll help channel your discovery through to the next step, where it is reviewed by our internal experts.

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At Merck, flexibility, innovation and creativity are at the heart of the way we work with partners around the world.

Our Licensing team works with partners to advance their science through drug discovery and development collaborations and licensing agreements that are mutually beneficial.

Our Commercial Partnerships team pursues business opportunities with partners to jointly deliver their products and ours to the marketplace.

Getting started

We are always eager to start a conversation with potential new partners.

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