Student Placement: Intern Clinical Trial Coordinator at Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. /Netherlands

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving, Biomedical Sciences, Clinical Research, Data Entry, Document Management, Office Applications, Project Management, Reporting and Analysis

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Job Description This role will be based in our modern state-of-the-art co-working facilities in Moorgate, London. This site, at the heart of London provides fantastic amenities, support services and collaborative workspaces with convenient transport links. As part of the Clinical Research team, you will work as trainee Clinical Trial Co-Ordinator: a. Providing office-based support to the teams that work on our company clinical programs in the UK & ROI b. The opportunity to conduct field visits at trial sites based in the UK under supervision Throughout your twelve months here, you will be given the opportunity to gain a full insight into the principles and practices of a Clinical Research Department within a global company. Working in a professional and friendly environment, you will support the members of our study teams, whilst developing your knowledge and practical skills in setting up and conducting clinical trials. Experiences will include field visits to our trial sites and training on our clinical management systems and processes. Duties Proprietary • Work on assigned project(s) under supervision • Assist the study team in their daily activities • Understand, develop and manage study documents relating to regulatory and ethics submissions • Generate study budgets and review payments • Field visits to trial Sites under supervision • Participate in department level events such as Department and Townhall meetings and visits by internal or external guests. Technical Specifications • You will be looking to complete a 12-month placement in your third or penultimate year of study, returning to your course at the end of the placement • Studying a degree in Biomedical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related life sciences discipline • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Demonstrates an appreciation of current topics in clinical research and clinical trial conduct Qualities we look for • Demonstrates strong organisational skills • Demonstrate strong analytical skills • Operates with a high level of integrity, transparency and accountability • Comprehends and aligns with our organisation’s core values • Aligns and fosters a culture of diversity and inclusivity • Demonstrates initiative, proactivity and academic curiosity • Encourages and boosts their colleagues through teamwork • Demonstrates clear and effective communication and demonstrates a desire to learn and improve their performance through feedback How to Apply (Please Read): Please complete the online application form by answering questions within the application and upload your CV and Cover Letter in a combined document in the ‘resume/CV’ section. Our standard Future Talent recruitment process is: An online application, a virtual conversation and then a final assessment. Next Steps: In the event of your successful progression to the next stage, one of our future talent team will contact you within two - three weeks of the application closing date. Start Date: June 2026 Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. For more Information visit our Future Talent page! #UKFT25 Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term) Relocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s): Required Skills: Analytical Problem Solving, Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Biopharmaceuticals, Biopharmaceutics, Business Integrity, Clinical Research, Clinical Testing, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, Life Science, Office Applications, Pharmacology, Process Improvements, Project Management, Reporting and Analysis, Site Initiation Preferred Skills: Job Posting End Date: 10/7/2025 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Requisition ID:R364742

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Responsibilities

As a trainee Clinical Trial Coordinator, you will provide office-based support to the clinical research teams and assist in daily activities related to clinical programs. You will also conduct field visits at trial sites under supervision and manage study documents for regulatory and ethics submissions.