Scientist, Clinical Operations (Hybrid)

Job Description This position contributes to the scientific planning and execution of one or more clinical trials and 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. Job Responsibilities Responsible for specific clinical/scientific activities on a single study or across multiple studies, as delegated (e.g., medical monitoring, lab specimen tracking/reconciliation, adjudication support, preparation of meeting materials). Supports development of study protocol and related 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. Supports development of site and CRA training materials Prepares clinical narratives in support of eDMC meetings or submissions Collaborate cross-functionally to monitor/track clinical study data, deliverables and/or supplies to ensure quality, completeness, and integrity of trial conduct. Contributes to design of vendor deliverables (e.g., EDC , laboratory, ePRO, IRT) in alignment with the protocol. Supports the evaluation and tracking of protocol deviations (PDs), trends and mitigation efforts in collaboration with medical monitoring teams Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree + 2 years OR Master’s + 1 year Pharmaceutical and/or clinical drug development experience. Degree in life sciences, preferred. Required Skills Clinical Research, Clinical Sciences, Clinical Study Design, Clinical Trial Development, Clinical Trials, Clinical Trials Operations, Medical Writing, Protocol Writing, Regulatory Writing, Trial Design Preferred Skills Clinical Studies, Clinical Trials Monitoring, Study Management Requirements As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts Salary and Compensation The salary range for this role is $96,200.00 - $151,400.00 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. Benefits 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 Location Restrictions US And Puerto Rico Residents Only Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. San Francisco Residents Only We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Employee Status Regular Relocation No relocation VISA Sponsorship No Travel Requirements 10% Flexible Work Arrangements Hybrid Shift Not Indicated Valid Driving License No Hazardous Material(s) n/a Job Posting End Date 09/1/2026 Requisition ID R414265 #J-18808-Ljbffr Merck