Join Our Team as a Jr. Data Engineer (Temporary) at MSD

Are you passionate about clinical trials and data management? Our Clinical and Pharmacovigilance teams are dedicated to ensuring the safety and efficacy of new drugs, vaccines, and new indications for existing products through high-quality clinical trials. Join us to make a meaningful impact with state-of-the-art technology and rigorous scientific and ethical standards.

Job Description

The Jr. Data Engineer will play a pivotal role in creating and developing clinical databases, participating in eCRF reviews, database development, and supporting clinical study deliverables. You will interface with study teams and external vendors to ensure all requirements are integrated into deliverables and participate in database archiving and decommissioning activities.

Requirements

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

Language: English Business Proficient

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Skills & Experience:

• Knowledge of database structures and tools (SQL-PL/SQL scripting) for managing, extracting, reporting, and warehousing data.
• 0-2 years of experience in database development or data programming and System Development Lifecycle Management.
• Technical proficiency in Clinical Data Management Systems (i.e., InForm, Inform Architect, Central Designer).
• Experience with reporting tools such as SAS, Cognos, or JReview.
• Experience in eCRF generation for site documentation and regulatory compliance.

Additional Skills:

• Strong organizational, critical thinking, and communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and work independently under pressure in a flexible environment.
• Solid knowledge of MS Windows/Office software and exposure to web-based applications.
• Keen sense of urgency and customer focus.

Activities May Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Creating and developing clinical databases and data transfer files according to specifications.
• Participating in eCRF reviews, programming of edit checks, and data transfer scripts.
• Interfacing with study teams and external CROs/Vendors for deliverables.
• Ensuring high-quality reporting deliverables and adherence to SDTM structure requirements.
• Participating in database archiving, decommissioning, task forces, and technical initiatives.

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Additional Details

Employee Status: Project Temps (Fixed Term)

Relocation: Not Provided

VISA Sponsorship: Not Provided

Travel Requirements: Not Specified

Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid

Shift: Not Specified

Valid Driving License: Not Required

Hazardous Material(s): None

Job Posting End Date: 06/28/2024

Note: Apply before 11:59:59 PM on the day before the job posting end date.