Study Management - Intern

Merck & Co., Inc.; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in the United Kingdom is offering a Future Talent Program internship with projects in our Research Labs Division.

The internship is up to 12 weeks and provides development opportunities while exploring long-term fit with the company. The role requires a student in biological sciences or public health and involves collaboration with a global team and internal/external stakeholders in clinical trials planning and management.

Qualifications

• Strong MS Office and analytical skills required.
• Ability to review trends, design and create reports and/or presentations.
• Ability to summarize data and trends in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical trials teams with planning, execution and/or close out of clinical trials.
• Track trial timelines and milestones throughout the project.
• Attend team meetings and participate as an active team member.
• Complete virtual trainings on planning, executing and closing out clinical trials.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical ability

Summarize data and trends in writing

Education

BS/BA, MS or PhD in Pharmaceuticals, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Research or Health Care Administration, Public Health

Tools

MS Project

Job description

The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research Labs Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity and teamwork of an individual like you. To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement and teamwork. As part of our global team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.

Clinical Sciences and Study Management is a group within the Global Clinical Trials Operations (GCTO) department which focuses on the planning, execution and close out of clinical trials within a program. Clinical trials provide the required data which allows our company to bring new prescription medications and vaccines to the market.

The Clinical Science and Study Management team is seeking a motivated, technically skilled student intern majoring in the biological sciences or public health. The student should have a strong interest in clinical trials administration and drug discovery process.

Successful candidates will be able to work independently as well as proactively collaborate with colleagues. Primary responsibilities will include assisting clinical trials teams with the planning, execution and/or close out of a clinical trial(s). The candidate will be an active team participant, attend team meetings and will complete virtual company trainings on how to plan, execute and/or close out a clinical trial.

This candidate may be responsible for tracking trial timelines and may become proficient in project management tools. The candidate may interact with internal and external stakeholders (study sites, vendors, committees, etc.) in support of clinical study objectives.

Education Minimum Requirement

• Full-time student pursuing a BS/BA, MS or PhD in Pharmaceuticals, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Research or Health Care Administration, Public Health, Biology or other relevant disciplines

Required Experience and Skills

• Microsoft Office Skills
• Analytical ability to review trends, design and create reports and/or presentations
• Summarize data and trends in writing

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Project Management experience (e.g. deliver project/assignment by specific date, overcome obstacles that impact the project delivery, MS project, etc.)

Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.

Employer

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA.

Job Details

• Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
• Relocation: No relocation
• VISA Sponsorship: No
• Travel Requirements: No Travel Required
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid
• Shift: Not Indicated