Scientist, Clinical Operations

Merck • Rahway, NJ

2d • $96,200 - $151,400 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position contributes to the scientific planning and execution of one or more clinical trials. Assists the Lead Clinical Scientist and study team with the scientific conduct of clinical studies. In this position, you will have the opportunity to develop your leadership, technical skills, and scientific acumen as part of a global, cross-functional team. Ophthalmology/Retina related experience required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree +2 years of pharmaceutical, clinical drug development, project management, and/or medical field experience OR Master's Degree +1 year of pharmaceutical, clinical drug development, project management, and/or medical field experience
• Working knowledge of clinical research regulatory requirements (e.g., GCP and ICH)
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities with good planning, time management and prioritization skills
• Analytical skills with the ability to interpret clinical trial data and synthesize conclusions
• Interact with key stakeholders across department, division, and company. Role requires a proactive approach in driving toward study goals.
• Problem solving, prioritization, conflict resolution, and critical thinking skills
• Solid communication, technical writing, and presentation skills
• Adaptability
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Clinical Data Interpretation
• Clinical Quality Assurance
• Clinical Research
• Clinical Study Design
• Clinical Trials
• Clinical Trials Operations
• Clinical Writing
• Conflict Resolution
• Critical Thinking
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Data Management
• Data Quality Control
• Drug Development
• Ethical Standards
• Life Science
• Medical Writing
• Prioritization
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Regulatory Writing
• Stakeholder Alignment

Nice To Haves

• Ophthalmology/Retina related experience
• Degree in life sciences

Responsibilities

• Responsible for specific clinical/scientific activities on a single study or across multiple studies (e.g., medical monitoring, lab specimen tracking/reconciliation, adjudication support, preparation of meeting materials).
• Support development of Protocol and related study materials (e.g., ICF documents/amendments, data management deliverables).
• May interact with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., country operations, committees, vendors) in support of clinical study objectives.
• Support development of site and CRA training materials
• Prepare clinical narratives
• Collaborate cross-functionally to monitor clinical study data to ensure quality, completeness, and integrity of trial conduct.
• Participate in CRF design to ensures data collection is in alignment with the protocol

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
• retirement benefits, including 401(k)
• paid holidays
• vacation
• compassionate and sick days
• annual bonus
• long-term incentive

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level