Overview
Fully remote role.
This role supports clinical research operations by managing site contracts and related agreements. The Senior Contract Manager ensures agreements are executed in a timely manner, supports study teams in meeting project milestones, and helps maintain contractual compliance across clinical studies.
Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain processes for site contract management.
- Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including master services, site contracts, consulting, vendor, and confidentiality agreements.
- Resolve complex contractual issues with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Negotiate site budgets.
- Provide guidance on the operational implications of contract terms.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and contracting standards.
- Communicate contract negotiation status to study team members.
- Track and report site contract metrics.
- Manage agreement execution and monitor expirations and ongoing obligations.
- Maintain contract files and databases.
- Assist in developing policies to expedite contract execution.
- Identify process improvements and implement corrective actions.
- Mentor new contract managers and staff.
- Perform other related tasks as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of a 4-year degree or equivalent experience, preferably in scientific or healthcare disciplines.
- At least 7 years of relevant experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating clinical trial agreements, vendor contracts, and site budgets.
- Experience working with institutions across US, Europe, APAC, or other regions.
- Proven ability to lead interactions with study teams and sponsors.
- Strong organizational, communication, and detail-oriented skills.
- Experience setting up contracting plans and managing kickoff and bid defense meetings.
- Ability to maintain relationships with study teams and clinical research associates to meet timelines.
- Proficient in MS Office and related software.
- Demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and good business judgment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Degrees in law, science, or business administration.
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated pay range: $110,700—$166,100 USD.
- Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
- Health insurance.
- Retirement savings benefits.
- Life insurance.
- Disability benefits.
- Parental leave.
- Paid time off.
- Paid maternity leave.
- Paid paternity leave.
- Retirement savings benefits (401(k)).
Location
Fully remote.