Scientist, Clinical Operations
Merck
9 hours ago
Remote friendly (North Wales, PA)
United States
Operations
Job Responsibilities
- Ophthalmology/Retina related experience required.
- May have operational responsibilities for a single study or multiple studies (e.g., operational deliverables, clinical and ancillary supplies planning/tracking, lab specimen tracking, status update reports, study closeout activities).
- Track study timelines using project management tools.
- Share technical expertise with team members.
- Interact with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., study team, vendors, committees) to support clinical trial objectives.
Core Skills
- Working knowledge of clinical research regulatory requirements (e.g., GCP and ICH).
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities with planning, time management, and prioritization.
- Principles of project planning and project management.
- Analytical skills to drive operational milestones.
- Proactive stakeholder interaction across department, division, and company.
- Problem solving, prioritization, conflict resolution, and critical thinking.
- Solid communication, writing, and presentation skills.
- Intermediate Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, etc.).
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree +2 years in pharmaceutical/clinical drug development, project management, and/or medical field experience; or
- Master’s degree +1 year in pharmaceutical/clinical drug development, project management, and/or medical field experience.
- Life sciences degree preferred.
Required Skills
- Adaptability, Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Research, Clinical Trial Compliance, Clinical Trials Operations, Conflict Resolution, Data Management, Drug Development, Ethical Standards, Medical Writing, Project Management/Planning, Regulatory Compliance/Writing, Stakeholder Alignment/Relationship Management, Technical Writing, Written Communication.
Benefits (if applicable)
- Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive (if applicable).
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate/sick days.
Application
- Apply at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or Workday Jobs Hub as a current employee).
- Ophthalmology/Retina related experience required.
- May have operational responsibilities for a single study or multiple studies (e.g., operational deliverables, clinical and ancillary supplies planning/tracking, lab specimen tracking, status update reports, study closeout activities).
- Track study timelines using project management tools.
- Share technical expertise with team members.
- Interact with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., study team, vendors, committees) to support clinical trial objectives.
Core Skills
- Working knowledge of clinical research regulatory requirements (e.g., GCP and ICH).
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities with planning, time management, and prioritization.
- Principles of project planning and project management.
- Analytical skills to drive operational milestones.
- Proactive stakeholder interaction across department, division, and company.
- Problem solving, prioritization, conflict resolution, and critical thinking.
- Solid communication, writing, and presentation skills.
- Intermediate Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, etc.).
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree +2 years in pharmaceutical/clinical drug development, project management, and/or medical field experience; or
- Master’s degree +1 year in pharmaceutical/clinical drug development, project management, and/or medical field experience.
- Life sciences degree preferred.
Required Skills
- Adaptability, Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Research, Clinical Trial Compliance, Clinical Trials Operations, Conflict Resolution, Data Management, Drug Development, Ethical Standards, Medical Writing, Project Management/Planning, Regulatory Compliance/Writing, Stakeholder Alignment/Relationship Management, Technical Writing, Written Communication.
Benefits (if applicable)
- Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive (if applicable).
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate/sick days.
Application
- Apply at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or Workday Jobs Hub as a current employee).