Associate Contracts Manager - FSP

About the role

Review, draft, negotiate, and track a variety of legal agreements including confidentiality disclosure agreements (CDA), initial clinical trial agreements (CTA), amendments to the clinical trial agreements (CTA-A), site budgets, and other documents. Work closely with the Clinical Operations study team to ensure deliverables align with defined project timelines and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and negotiate agreements/amendments such as Confidentiality Disclosure Agreements (CDA), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTA), Amendments (CTA-A), vendor contracts, and site budgets.
• Lead interactions with North American and European internal study teams, as applicable.
• Lead interactions regarding agreements with sites.
• Lead interactions regarding assigned agreements with sponsors.
• Work with supervisor and various internal/external stakeholders to resolve contractual issues.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and contracting standards.
• Update relevant study team members and sponsors regarding the status of contract negotiations and execution.
• Coordinate execution of agreements.
• Support the maintenance of contract files and databases, including email and document archiving.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent contract management experience, preferably in a clinical research or similar industry setting.
• 3 years of relevant experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements related to clinical research (e.g., Non-Disclosure Agreements, Clinical Trial Agreements) as well as managing, controlling, and tracking the contract process.
• Experience interacting with European institutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Equivalent contract management experience in a clinical research or similar industry setting.
• Experience in contract research, life science, biotech, or pharmaceutical industry.

Skills

• Excellent organizational and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience tracking status for site contracts and budgets, filing, and distribution.
• Ability to execute time-sensitive matters while maintaining accuracy.
• High self-motivation and ability to work and plan independently or with limited supervision.
• High degree of professionalism, including punctuality, reliability, and positive customer interactions.
• Proficient in MS Office Software programs and computer applications.
• Works well independently and cooperatively with others to achieve common goals in a virtual environment.
• Develops, maintains, and strengthens relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentors and supports new Contract and Budget Associates and PFM staff.

Pay

Reasonable estimate of the current range: $68,700 USD – $103,700 USD.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Health insurance.
• Retirement savings benefits.
• Life insurance and disability benefits.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off for sick leave and vacation.