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# Solution Lead - Study Design Platform

- **Company:** Merck
- **Location:** Barcelona, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software as a Service, Communications Protocols, Data Governance, IT Management, Software Engineering, Performance Monitor, GXP
- **Published:** September 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/solution-lead-study-design-platform-en-barcelona-ID-370221140

## About the Role

CSV in line with GxP * Familiarity with clinical trial systems and data standards * Ability to navigate a global matrix organization and build trusted relationships across Ru****D, IT, and external partners * Fluent in English; proactive, solution-oriented mindset Requisitos principales * diverse and inclusive culture * global opportunities * personal development and career advancement * flexible working culture * opportunity to impact patient outcomes * collaborative, innovative environment

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role you will own the end-to-end delivery and evolution of a next-generation SaaS platform for study design, protocol authoring, and operational feasibility in clinical trials.You'll bridge Ru****amp;D business stakeholders, IT, and the vendor to drive design, testing, change management, and successful rollout.Post-launch, you'll manage enhancements and adoption across a global matrix organization.This position sits at the crossroads of clinical operations, digital innovation, and enterprise IT, with a meaningful impact on patient-focused trials.Compensaciones / Beneficios * Lead solution design activities and translate business requirements into functional specifications * Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and facilitate alignment workshops * Drive change management and user onboarding for platform rollout * Manage lifecycle of the platform post go-live, including prioritizing enhancements and releases * Monitor performance and ensure sustainable adoption and business value realization * Collaborate with Ru****D users, IT partners, and external software vendor * Contribute analytical expertise to broader digital Ru****D initiatives in clinical trials Responsabilidades * 5+ years as IT Solution Lead, Application Lead, or similar in healthcare or life sciences * Deep knowledge of clinical trial processes, including protocol design and operational planning * Proven ability to translate complex business needs into functional specifications * Experience in regulated environments with software development lifecycle and CSV in line with GxP * Familiarity with clinical trial systems and data standards * Ability to navigate a global matrix organization and build trusted relationships across Ru****D, IT, and external partners * Fluent in English; proactive, solution-oriented mindset Requisitos principales * diverse and inclusive culture * global opportunities * personal development and career advancement * flexible working culture * opportunity to impact patient outcomes * collaborative, innovative environment


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