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Merck to Lay Off Scientists at London Drug Research Center

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
3,000
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~4.3%
3,000 OF 70,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: London, UK.

Department affected: drug research.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Merck has announced plans to close its drug research center located in London, which will result in layoffs of scientists working at the facility. The decision is part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and focus on more promising areas of research. While specific numbers of employees affected have not been disclosed, the closure reflects Merck's ongoing efforts to optimize its research and development portfolio. The company aims to enhance efficiency and redirect resources towards more impactful projects. The timeline for these layoffs has not been specified, leaving uncertainty for the affected employees.

Merck & Co., Inc. cut 3,000 jobs affecting its drug research team.

That is roughly 4.3% 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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Estimated figure based on news reporting. Not yet confirmed by Merck & Co., Inc..

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Merck & Co., Inc.MRK
Healthcare · 70,000 employees
40
EVENTS TRACKED
34K
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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CREATED APR 7, 2026LAST UPDATED JUL 3, 2026