Our Culture and Values

We share one vision and one mission: to save and improve lives.

It all comes back to inventing for life

We are all inventors here, no matter the role or title. We rise to any challenge in pursuit of better health outcomes.

Everything we do, in and out of the laboratory, is based on our deep appreciation for life. That’s the reason we come together across the business with one goal – to invent for life.

We walk the talk

If you want to learn about our culture, start with our inventors.

20 Years at MSD – From Representative to Marketing, A Journey of Impact

I can hardly believe it’s been 20 years since I joined MSD. Time has truly flown by. After completing my studies in business management, I began my career at a company where I felt disconnected and unfulfilled. An unexpected conversation with someone in the pharmaceutical sector opened my eyes to new possibilities, leading me to MSD—a decision I have never regretted.

19 Years at MSD – From Marketing to Policy, Navigating Healthcare’s Future

I joined MSD Belgium 19 years ago in the marketing and sales department, where I had the pleasure of contributing to the launch of two major products. This experience ignited my passion for the pharmaceutical industry and set the foundation for my career. Ten years ago, during a significant restructuring, I embraced the opportunity to transition into the role of “Governmental & Public Policy Manager”. My background in philosophy sparked my interest in aligning the goals of a pharmaceutical company with those of the government.

Nearly 10 Years at MSD – From Assistant to Strategic Support, Enabling Success

Having spent nearly a decade at MSD, I currently work as the executive assistant to our Managing Director, Katrien De Vos, while also supporting our HR department. My journey in the pharmaceutical industry began with eight years as an assistant at another company, where I sharpened my skills and developed a passion for the pharmaceutical field.

Meet our leaders at MSD BeLux: Rietja Hart, Finance Lead

We are continuing a series of articles in which we would like to introduce you to our leaders at MSD BeLux, to get to know what drives them in their roles, what it’s like to lead at MSD BeLux, and what it’s like being part of a company with such a significant impact on the […]

Katrien De Vos appointed to Managing Director, MSD Belgium & Luxembourg

Katrien De Vos has taken the lead of MSD Belgium & Luxembourg since Monday, May 1. In her new role of Managing Director, she takes over from An Cloet, External Affairs Director at MSD Belgium, who held the position ad interim for the past 6 months. Prior to joining MSD, Katrien De Vos held various […]

20 Years at MSD – From Representative to Marketing, A Journey of Impact

Next: 20 Years at MSD – From Representative to Marketing, A Journey of Impact

19 Years at MSD – From Marketing to Policy, Navigating Healthcare’s Future

Next: 19 Years at MSD – From Marketing to Policy, Navigating Healthcare’s Future

Nearly 10 Years at MSD – From Assistant to Strategic Support, Enabling Success

Next: Nearly 10 Years at MSD – From Assistant to Strategic Support, Enabling Success

Meet our leaders at MSD BeLux: Rietja Hart, Finance Lead

Next: Meet our leaders at MSD BeLux: Rietja Hart, Finance Lead

Katrien De Vos appointed to Managing Director, MSD Belgium & Luxembourg

Next: Katrien De Vos appointed to Managing Director, MSD Belgium & Luxembourg

Our values represent the very core of our character. They guide every decision and action we take. Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity, safety and teamwork of our employees. To this end, we work to create an environment of mutual respect, inclusion and accountability. We reward commitment and performance and are responsive to the needs of our employees and their families.