Senior Scientist, Study Manager - Atherosclerosis and Metabolism Clinical Operations

Merck • Rahway, NJ

1d • $117,000 - $184,200

About The Position

This position leads the operational planning and execution of one or more clinical trials or significant aspects of a trial. The Study Manager works as part of a global, cross-functional team, applying project management, communication, and collaboration skills in support of clinical trials. The role is based primarily in Rahway, New Jersey, has a 10% travel requirement, and is designated as a first-shift, day position. Relocation is not offered.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 5 or more years of pharmaceutical, clinical drug development, project management, and/or medical field experience; or master's degree and 3 or more years of such experience; or a PhD/PharmD degree.
• Solid knowledge of clinical research regulatory requirements, such as Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Council for Harmonisation (ICH).
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities with planning, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Solid understanding of project planning and project management principles.
• Analytical skills to drive operational milestones.
• Ability to influence opinions and decisions of internal and external customers and vendors across functional areas and within the division.
• Ability to interact with stakeholders across departments, divisions, and the company, and to take a proactive, leadership-driven approach toward study goals.
• Leadership skills for processes and meetings, and ability to influence peers in a matrix environment.
• Problem-solving, prioritization, conflict-resolution, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Required skill: Program Management.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in life sciences is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational planning, feasibility, and execution of a clinical trial.
• May serve as the clinical trial team lead.
• May lead study planning, development, and execution activities, including data management deliverables, trial-level plans and timelines, country and site selection, site materials, system updates, investigator meeting planning, communication plans, status update reports, and study closeout activities.
• Lead timeline management, risk identification and mitigation, and issue resolution.
• Facilitate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including study teams, country and site teams, vendors, and committees, in support of clinical study objectives.
• Manage study-specific partners and/or vendors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision healthcare, and other insurance benefits for employees and family.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
• Paid holidays, vacation, compassionate days, and sick days.
• Eligible for an annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

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