Senior Specialist, Clinical Data Management - Hybrid

Job Description

Primary activities include, but are not limited to:

• 40% Oversees and coordinates clinical database activities for multiple clinical programs.  Interface with CDS manager/supervisor to assure consistency of technical and process strategies. Acts as a technical resource to other members of the group.  Plans appropriately to ensure adherence to timelines.  Interface with members of study teams, including external CROs/Vendors where applicable, to integrate study team requirements into all deliverables.  

• 20% Creates and develops clinical databases and data transfer files according to written specifications. Ensures adherence to clinical database standards, SOPs and Process Guidelines. Leads and participates in the review of eCRFs and edit checks, database development, programming of edit checks, and scripts to aid in transfer of electronic data files into the Clinical Data Management System (CDMS).

• 20% Trains new hires and participates in the interview process. Provide ongoing training and development to Clinical Database Developers on existing standards. Helps to develop a customer oriented and can-do attitude in the group and contributes as subject matter expert for trouble-shooting findings.  

• 15% Leads and participates in extra activities including, but not limited to, task forces, testing of new systems and helps coordinate CDS technical initiatives . Contributes strategies, innovative and creative solutions to enhance processes and increase productivity of the group. Provides ongoing clinical database support to other departments.

• 5% Assist clinical database manager/supervisor in project planning, manpower projections and resource allocations across therapy areas.  Interface with clinical database manager/supervisor to assure consistency of technical and process strategies across all therapy areas.

Education: 

• A B.A. or B.S. degree, preferably in mathematics, science, a healthcare-related discipline, or computer science; or relevant skills and experience.

Required Experience and Skills:  

• 4 years of database development or data cleaning programming experience, at least 3 of which including clinical databases and programming.

• Demonstrated strong technical proficiency in a Clinical Data Management System. Particularly Veeva EDC, Central Designer, SQL-PL/SQL.

• At least 4 years’ experience with Oracle databases and SQL.

• Solid knowledge of MS Windows/Office software and exposure to web-based applications.

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with different functional areas. * Strong sense of urgency and customer focus. * Project Management skills * Ability to present in a group environment * Leadership, verbal and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills * Desire and ability to learn new processes and technologies * Broad knowledge of Clinical Development and Regulatory Affairs requirements * Ability to multi-task, work independently, and good communication skills * Understanding of drug discovery process, FDA regulations, GxP guidelines, ICH guidelines, clinical database cleaning process, and 21 CFR Part 11.   

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Required Skills:

Adaptability, Clinical Database Programming, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Programs, Clinical Research, Communication, Data Analysis, Data Quality Assurance, Data Reporting, Data Review, Data Validation, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Medical Terminology, Project Management, Teamwork

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The salary range for this role is

$117,000.00 - $184,200.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits.  Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

No

Job Posting End Date:

08/5/2026

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