Sr. Contracts Associate, Procurement

Location: Fully Remote
Duration: 4+ Months Contract (Potential to Extend)
Required Industry: Experience working in a biotechnology company

Responsibilities

• Manage execution of clinical trial agreements and related site-facing contracts to support clinical studies.
• Negotiate, structure, and administer contractual documents that establish business relationships with vendors, customers, and/or partners.
• Work closely with Clinical Operations, Finance, Legal, and CRO.
• Review and approve documents to protect the company's contractual position and ensure adherence to company policy.
• Advise management of contractual rights and obligations and provide interpretation of terms and conditions.
• Manage negotiation of clinical site agreements, including NDAs, Clinical Trial Agreements, and Power of Attorney agreements.
• Work closely with CRO partners to monitor contract status and performance.
• Review clinical site budgets and assist in negotiation activities.
• Contribute to development of contract templates and standard operating procedures.
• Work with team members on active project management of ongoing contract issues; perform follow-up on all outstanding issues and suggest improvements as necessary.
• Support in generating amended contract and/or budget documents.

Requirements

• Demonstrate knowledge of contract requirements, analysis of contract performance, and special provisions.
• Analyze and understand contract terms and conditions.
• Work with a high attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of databases and spreadsheets.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder service skills.
• Time management, priority management, planning, and coordination/multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively.
• Project management skills are highly preferred.
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related discipline.
• A professional certification or an advanced degree is preferred.
• Equivalent experience may also be considered.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.