Merck Parental Leave Policy
Healthcare & Pharma · 69K employees · HQ: NJ
Policy Details
Eligibility
12 months minimum tenure required
Full-time only
Additional Benefits
✓ Equal adoption/surrogacy leave
✓ 12 weeks parental + 6-8 weeks short-term disability for birth parents
State Benefits (New Jersey)
Merck's headquarters is in New Jersey. New Jersey has a state paid family leave program that may provide additional benefits on top of your employer's policy.
View New Jersey maternity leave benefits → View New Jersey paternity leave benefits →Frequently Asked Questions
Does Merck offer paid parental leave?
Yes, Merck offers 18 weeks of paid leave for birth parents at 100% pay, and 12 weeks for non-birth parents at 100% pay. We give Merck a grade of A for their parental leave policy.
How many weeks of maternity leave does Merck provide?
Birth parents at Merck receive 18 weeks of paid leave at 100% of their salary. Non-birth parents receive 12 weeks of paid leave.
Who is eligible for Merck parental leave?
You must have worked at Merck for at least 12 months to be eligible for parental leave benefits.
Does Merck offer parental leave for adoption?
Yes, Merck provides equal parental leave benefits for adoption as for birth parents.
How does Merck's parental leave compare to other Healthcare & Pharma companies?
Merck receives a grade of A for their parental leave policy. The average for Healthcare & Pharma companies in our database is 15.6 weeks for birth parents. Merck offers 18 weeks.
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