GxP Systems Engineer

Merck Life Science; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck Life Science in the United Kingdom is seeking a hands-on GxP systems administrator to ensure compliant lifecycle management of lab software and CTS. You will handle system administration, user access, and quality records, collaborating across IT, Validation and external vendors.

The role supports data integrity and site operations, with opportunities to work across global departments and contribute to continuous improvement in regulated environments.

Qualifications

• Degree in science or IT with related technical focus.
• Experience with regulated software applications or laboratory systems.
• Hands-on experience in GxP system administration and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform administration tasks for GxP systems and software in a regulated environment following defined procedures.
• Define, assign and manage user access across CTS.
• Collaborate with lab users, IT, Validation and external vendors to drive system implementations and upgrades.

Skills

GxP system administration

User access management

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or IT

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your Role

Join our dynamic team to ensure our GxP computer systems and lab software remain compliant across their entire lifecycle. In this hands-on position, you’ll handle system administration, manage user access, maintain critical quality records, and perform essential software troubleshooting. You'll act as the key liaison between laboratory users, IT, Validation, and external vendors to drive seamless system implementations and upgrades. Working across global departments, your expertise directly protects data integrity and streamlines site operations.

Key responsibilities

Perform administration tasks for a variety of GxP systems and associated software in a regulated (GxP) environment following defined procedures. Defining, assigning, installing, configuring, documenting and managing user access across CTS.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science/IT (B.S.) or Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in science or technical area.
• 2 years’ in a technical role supporting regulated software applications or laboratory systems
• Proven hands-on experience in GxP system administration, user access management, and troubleshooting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent communication and facilitation skills (ability to lead cross-functional meetings, demonstrated ability to bring consensus among diverse cross-functional teams).
• Proficient knowledge and application of FDA and EU regulations (cGMP, GLP)
• Advanced knowledge and application of data integrity regulatory guidance (e.g., FDA, MHRA, WHO)
• Understand quality standards for GxP software applications and systems

What we offer

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!