Merck names new president of Millipore division

Yates will report to Bernd Reckmann, member of the executive board of Merck and is responsible for the Chemicals business sector, which includes the Merck Millipore and Performance Materials divisions.

Reckmann said Robert joins from the diagnostics division of Roche, where he led the Life Sciences business in Penzberg, Germany and served as a member of the Diagnostics Executive Committee.

"Robert has a wealth of experience in the Life Science industry and a strong background in integrating global businesses, building performance cultures and driving strategic business value," Reckmann said.