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REPORTED · NEWSPublished Jun 3, 2026

Merck to Cut Nearly 150 Jobs in New Jersey

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
150
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~0.2%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Jun 2, 2026
150 OF 70,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: New Jersey, USA.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Merck is set to lay off nearly 150 employees in New Jersey as part of a workforce reduction. The layoffs are part of a broader trend affecting various companies in the region. While specific reasons for the cuts were not detailed, this move reflects ongoing adjustments within the company. The affected positions are expected to impact operations in the area significantly. Merck's decision aligns with similar actions taken by other firms, indicating a challenging economic environment.

Merck & Co., Inc. cut 150 jobs as of June 2, 2026.

That is roughly 0.2% of the 70,000 people Merck & Co., Inc. employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 40 layoff events at Merck & Co., Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 14,671 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Merck & Co., Inc. cut 150 jobs on June 2, 2026. Were you affected, or do you know people who were? How was it handled — severance, notice, which teams? You can post anonymously below.

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Merck & Co., Inc.MRK
Healthcare · 70,000 employees
40
EVENTS TRACKED
34K
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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