Site Contracts Specialist I /Contract Manager I (Sponsor Dedicated/ Remote- US only)

Job Responsibilities

Manage the execution of Clinical Trial Agreement Amendments (CTA AMDs) and related contract documents using approved templates, fallback language, and Lead guidance.

Support site budget amendment negotiations within established parameters and escalation guidelines.

Track amendment negotiation activities and maintain accurate records in sponsor systems and internal tracking tools.

Review/QC all deliverables for completeness, accuracy, and proper documentation.

Attend internal and external project meetings and provide updates on assigned contract negotiations as required.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support study start-up and site activation timelines.

Build productive working relationships with investigative sites and internal stakeholders.

Identify issues that may impact contract execution timelines and escalate as appropriate.

Prepare contract and budget escalation packages when required.

May support the finalization and execution of CTAs and initial budgets.

Participate in process improvement initiatives, training, and developmental opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Health, Life Sciences, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Up to two (2) years of experience in clinical research, site contracts and budgets, contract administration, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of:
• Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs)
• Site budgets and budget negotiations
• Contract lifecycle management processes
• Clinical trial start-up activities
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a CRO, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical research environment.
• Exposure to clinical trial agreements, research budgets, or study start-up activities.
• Familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS) or other contract tracking tools.
• Knowledge of ICH-GCP and clinical research processes.