Clinical Trials Budget Analyst

Essential Functions

• Expert Budget Oversight & Negotiation: Lead development and negotiation of complex or multi-arm trial budgets. Secure favorable terms with sponsors, CROs, and vendors.
• Strategic Financial Guidance: Advise investigators and leadership on feasibility and risk. Resolve escalated or high-impact budget issues.
• Team Leadership & Training: Mentor and train analysts across all levels. Provide quality oversight and ensure consistency.
• Operational Excellence & Strategy: Drive process improvements aligned to institutional goals. Support strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor's in Finance, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field required. Equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Master's in Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.

Experience

• 5 years progressively responsible experience in clinical research budgeting, contracting, or financial management required.
• Expertise with complex or multi-arm clinical trial budgets, sponsor negotiations, and institutional financial compliance preferred.
• Prior mentorship or leadership experience preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Advanced certification such as ACRP-CP, SOCRA CCRP, Certified Research Administrator (CRA), or equivalent professional designation preferred.