Clinical Data Engineering Specialist

<p style="text-align:left">Job Description</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><i>Activities may include, but are not limited to:</i></p><ul><li><p><i> </i>Build, integrate, and maintain clinical databases and study systems, including transformations, edit checks, reporting, and user testing, while supporting governance of cross‑study programming environments.</p></li><li><p>Design, develop, test, and maintain clinical technology systems (EDC, RTSM, eCOA/ePRO) using programming and automation frameworks.</p></li><li><p>Implement and validate complex data logic such as logical, derivative, and dynamic rules.</p></li><li><p>Propose and develop tools to streamline design, build, and validation workflows.</p></li><li><p>Apply data literacy to convert collected data into actionable insights.</p></li><li><p>Develop advanced reporting solutions, including dashboards and visual analytics, using enterprise platforms.</p></li><li><p>Configure, test, and validate data sources for integrations and transformations across systems.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical and system requirements.</p></li><li><p>Troubleshoot routine data ingestion and consumption issues, escalating non‑standard problems appropriately.</p></li><li><p>Develop robust data models, semantic layers, and curated datasets while monitoring pipelines and enforcing quality checks.</p></li><li><p>Validate system functionality and ensure adherence to SOPs, regulations, and compliance standards.</p></li><li><p>Identify process gaps and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.</p></li><li><p>Maintain audit‑ready documentation for changes, incidents, and system updates.</p></li><li><p>Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to onboarding and knowledge sharing.</p></li><li><p>Support release management activities, including change control and risk assessment.</p></li><li><p>Lead UAT activities, translate requirements into technical specifications, and refine reporting standards.</p></li><li><p>Communicate data and technical findings clearly and partner across teams to enable coordinated, high‑quality delivery.</p></li></ul><p><b> </b></p><p><b>Education</b></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor&#39;s degree in Computer Science, healthcare‑related disciplines, or those with relevant skills and experience may also be considered.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Experience</b></p><ul><li><p>Minimum of 3 years&#39; experience working in database configuring, data engineering or data management operations, or 1&#43; years of specific working experience in clinical database programming and upstream/downstream clinical data model configuring</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Technical Skills       </b></p><ul><li><p>Proficiency in multiple programming languages (SQL, Python, SAS, R) for implementing data collectors, integrations, transformations, and reporting.</p></li><li><p>Skilled with key data‑management tools and platforms, with the ability to adopt new technologies with guidance.</p></li><li><p>Able to execute technical tasks independently on straightforward work, seeking moderate guidance for non‑standard activities.</p></li><li><p>Experienced in scripting and automating data ingestion, cleaning, and reporting processes.</p></li><li><p>Strong understanding of clinical data flow across the study lifecycle (collection, processing, review, reconciliation, reporting).</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with clinical and regulatory data standards, clinical operations, and typical clinical trial data structures.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of SDLC and validation practices, including change control, release checklists, and traceability.</p></li><li><p>Understanding of GCP, data integrity, audit‑ready documentation, and UAT/sign‑off procedures.</p></li><li><p>Experience optimizing reporting performance and applying data quality controls.</p></li><li><p>Ability to link business needs to technical deliverables using standard procedures.</p></li><li><p>English proficiency of at least C1 level.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Soft Skills</b></p><ul><li><p>Prioritizes tasks, meets deadlines, and maintains clear, organized documentation.</p></li><li><p>Communicates effectively with technical and business partners, adapting style to the audience.</p></li><li><p>Works independently with minimal guidance, using data to triage issues and proactively flag risks with recommended options.</p></li><li><p>Collaborates well across functions, facilitates small working sessions, and follows through on action items.</p></li><li><p>Builds strong cross‑functional relationships and remains open to feedback.</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>Required Skills: </b></p>Adaptability, Clinical Database Programming, Clinical Data Cleaning, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Information Systems, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Trial Documentation, Clinical Trials, Computer Science, Customer-Focused, Data Analysis, Database Development, Data Engineering, Data Literacy, Data Processing, Data Quality Assurance, Data Review, Data Validation, Data Visualization, Electronic Data Capture (EDC), Learning Agility, Pharmacovigilance, PL/SQL (Programming Language), Release Management, Standards Compliance<p></p><p><b>Preferred Skills: </b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Current Employees apply <a target="_blank" href="https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$6687.htmld">HERE</a></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Current Contingent Workers apply <a target="_blank" href="https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$4020.htmld">HERE</a></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully </b><br />Merck &amp; 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