Merck funded MSTP spots

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I've heard that Merck funds several mstp slots at various mstp institutions, including Hopkins. Is merck doing this purely for tax writeoff purposes w/ absolutely nothing else in favor for them? do they hire mdphds after training or something?

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I doubt that Merck funds several spots at several schools. I know that Merck is currently funding one spot at Hopkins, but haven't heard anything beyond that. What other school did you hear Merck funds a spot at?

Regarding why they would do this, yes, Merck and other pharmaceutical companies hire MD/PhDs after graduation and pay them quite well. I'm sure Merck strongly recruits any student they fund, but there is definitely no commitment to go work for them after graduation.
 
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