Digital Study Expert (Junior Level)
Position: Digital Study Expert
Start Date: ASAP – ideally March / early April
End Date: End of December 2026 (with possibility of extension)
Context:
The Digital Study Expert supports the Digital Study Lead throughout the entire lifecycle of implementing digital solutions in global studies, from feasibility to close out. This entry-level role is designed for someone eager to learn and eventually grow into a Digital Study Lead. The team is small, mainly US-based, with one member in Belgium. Responsibilities include study support, stakeholder coordination, digital tool configuration, and limited evidence reporting.
Typical Day:
- Supporting the Digital Study Lead across 3–4 ongoing studies.
- Gathering and tracking requirements, translations, and vendor quotes.
- Participating in workshops, taking notes, and documenting requirements.
- Updating training materials after releases (3×/year).
- Attending status meetings with CPMs and study teams.
- Supporting site and study team trainings.
- Hosting or supporting monthly Office Hours and maintaining an FAQ log.
- Creating simple dashboards or data reports occasionally.
- Ad hoc tasks: meeting minutes, slide creation, follow-ups with stakeholders.
Years of Experience:
- 0–2 years acceptable
- Some exposure to operations is strongly preferred.
Must Have:
- Strong communication skills.
- Fluent English.
- High motivation to learn digital operations.
- Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong organization and problem-solving skills.
- Interest in studies and digital solutions.
Ideal Candidate:
- Entry-level profile (no Master’s; Bachelor’s is enough, not mandatory).
- Experience as a Trial Assistant or similar.
- Curious, proactive, adaptable, able to deal with ambiguity.
- Comfortable taking ownership and supporting multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Eager to grow into a Digital Study Lead role.
Nice to Have:
- Additional European language (FR or NL helpful if based in BE).
- Basic knowledge of vendors or digital platforms.
- Previous exposure to tools.
- Experience interacting with project teams.
Language Requirements:
English: mandatory
Homeworking Policy:
- Fully remote
- No required office presence
- Belgium preferred but open to other European time zones
Full Time:
Yes, 100%