Overview
Site Contracts Specialist I / Contract Manager I (Sponsor Dedicated) – Remote (U.S. Only)
This role supports a high-performing Sponsor-Dedicated team working with a leading global biopharmaceutical company. The position involves negotiation and management of clinical trial agreements, amendments, and study budgets, collaborating with internal stakeholders and investigative sites to advance clinical research.
This opportunity is ideal for an early-career contracts professional seeking to develop expertise in clinical trial contracting and budgeting.
Responsibilities
- Manage execution of Clinical Trial Agreement Amendments (CTA AMDs) and related contract documents using approved templates and guidance.
- Manage execution of Confidentiality Disclosure Agreements (CDAs) using approved templates and 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 and quality check all deliverables for completeness, accuracy, and proper documentation.
- Attend internal and external project meetings and provide updates on assigned contract negotiations.
- 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 finalization and execution of Clinical Trial Agreements and initial budgets.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives, training, and developmental opportunities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Health, Life Sciences, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Up to two (2) years of experience in clinical research, site contracts and budgets, contract administration, or 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 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.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $47,000.00 - $79,900.00 (base salary range represents anticipated low and high for this position; actual salary varies based on qualifications and experience).
- Benefits may include company car or car allowance, medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Company match 401(k) plan.
- Eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Eligibility to earn commissions/bonuses based on company and individual performance.
- Flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time, subject to applicable federal, state, and municipal regulations.
Location
Remote position available to candidates located within the United States only.
Note: Tasks, duties, and responsibilities listed are not exhaustive and may be adjusted at the employer's discretion. Equivalent experience, skills, and education will be considered. This description does not constitute an employment contract. The employer complies with applicable laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and provides reasonable accommodations as appropriate.