NAPSR Press Release - May 8, 2006 -

Merck signs recruitment advertising agreement with NAPSR to fill June training class.

PR WebWire – May 8, 2006 –Washington, DC -- At Merck, they believe in putting patients first in all they do. This is the commitment that Merck & Co., Inc. stands on and, it is what has distinguished us as one of the world's leading research-driven pharmaceutical companies. Consistently cited as a great place to work, they discover, develop and manufacture a wide range of novel medicines and vaccines that deliver true advances in patient care. Each of our more than 60,000 employees is joined by an extraordinary sense of purpose—bringing Merck’s finest achievements to people around the world.

They are seeking candidates for Pharmaceutical Sales for their upcoming training classes to represent Merck and Merck products. The primary responsibility of the Pharmaceutical Sales Representative is to effectively promote Merck products through a Consultative based selling approach. Representatives provide accurate information to physicians and other health care personnel so Merck Products will be prescribed when indicated. Management of the territory business is conducted in concert with other territory team members, specialty representatives, hospital representatives and other business resources. Progressive promotion to Senior or Executive Professional Representative may occur through demonstration of sustained high performance and leadership.

Why Work for Merck

• Customer Focus Selling Approach
• Commitment to Diversity
• Best-in-class benefits including paid vacation and holidays, pension, and 401k plans, health, dental and life insurance plans
• Total compensation includes base salary and bonus opportunities
• Career growth and promotional opportunities
• Initial comprehensive training curriculum and continuing education
• Flexible work arrangements to meet personal and professional needs
• Company car and laptop computer

They want passionate people who care about what they do, are curious about the world around them and are turned on with the idea of improving the human condition and extending life.

Merck joins a long list of pharmaceutical companies who have supported the NAPSRx® when they look to add to their sales force. (Past advertisers include: Sepracor, Eli Lilly, Schering-Plough, Andrx Laboratories, BIOGEN, Sanofi-Synthelabo, PD Labs plus many more) If your company needs help in recruiting, education, or training please email the association at questions@napsronline.org.

The NAPSRx® has been highly recommended to the many individuals who are looking to break into the Pharmaceutical Sales industry as well as for advancing the careers of current pharmaceutical reps. If you are looking to gain entry into the industry, please review the areas of the website geared to entry-level sales.

To apply visit http://www.merck.com/careers/

Merck – Where Patients Come First