Merck Healthcare is a leading global healthcare company known for its pioneering work in the healthcare, life science, and electronics industries. With a history spanning over 350 years, Merck continues to drive innovation and progress by developing medicines, intelligent devices, and cutting-edge technologies aimed at improving the lives of people worldwide. Merck’s commitment to exploring new possibilities and enhancing patient care fuels its passion for making a difference in the lives of millions. The company thrives on a culture of curiosity, inclusion, and advancement, creating an empowering environment for its employees to develop both personally and professionally.
Job Responsibilities: As an Analyst – Clinical Trial Coordinator, you will play a vital role in supporting clinical studies, ranging from Phase I to Phase IV trials. Your responsibilities include:
- Collaboration and Support: Work closely with clinical teams, providing specialized knowledge and support to ensure the successful execution of clinical studies.
- Data Management: Oversee updates to the Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS) and associated databases, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and accuracy.
- Reporting: Generate reports, graphs, dashboards, and data models to facilitate decision-making processes, supporting team meetings and communications.
- Data Analysis: Analyze diverse data sets, identifying emerging trends and actionable metrics to improve study outcomes.
- Monitoring and Quality Control: Monitor data quality, address inconsistencies, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.
- Resource Optimization: Manage system access and ensure appropriate oversight of study resources for optimal allocation and usage.
Qualifications: To be eligible for this role, you should meet the following qualifications:
- Educational Background: A Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field is required. Additionally, candidates with substantial professional experience in clinical development or equivalent roles (at least two years) will be considered.
- Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in Clinical Development or a similar field is required. Non-graduates may be considered with at least four years of relevant clinical research experience.
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of Clinical Operations policies, ICH-GCP guidelines, and clinical trial procedures is essential.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS), ideally as a CTMS Super User, and expertise in Microsoft Excel (including functions such as Pivot Tables and Lookup functions).
- Computer Literacy: Proficiency in MS Office, Outlook, Teams, and other relevant software tools.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are crucial.
Skills:
- Multicultural Competence: Ability to work in an international, multicultural, and cross-functional environment.
- Coordination and Problem-Solving: Strong administrative skills and the ability to effectively coordinate tasks while solving problems efficiently.
- Time Management: Good time and priority management skills, with the ability to work independently and under pressure.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to manage large-scale data sets and ensure accuracy.
