IT Application Expert (all genders)
Listed on Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates’s official careers site. Posted September 21, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
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Work Your Magic with us! Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.
Your role
In this role, you will take ownership of the daily operations, system configuration, and user rights management for our specialized Intellectual Property (IP) applications. Acting as the vital bridge between business users, internal IT, and external vendors, you will provide first-line technical and procedural support, perform software testing, and ensure our systems adhere to top-tier data security standards. Beyond day-to-day application management, you will dive into project work by owning specific sub-projects, translating business needs into clear technical requirements, and building master-level Excel reports and KPIs from raw datasets.
As a key facilitator of knowledge, you will also document interfaces and processes, and train diverse user groups to ensure seamless, company-wide system adoption.
Who you are
Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a scientific/technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience. Possess 1 to 3 years of experience in application management, IT coordination, or technical system support. Proficient in SQL, relational databases, Cloud/SaaS environments, and basic scripting (such as Python, PowerShell, or JavaScript), with a strong bonus for experience working with APIs. Highly skilled in advanced Microsoft Excel, with a proven ability to clean complex datasets and design polished, management-ready reports and dashboards.
Detail-oriented with strong systems thinking, comfortable managing competing priorities, drafting clear documentation, and taking the lead on sub-project deliverables. Experience working within the Intellectual Property (IP) field or with specialized IP management systems is considered a distinct advantage.
What we offer
We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!
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