FSP Associate Contract Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Mexico.

📋 Description

• Prepare, assess, negotiate, and finalize amendments and budgets with study sites.

• Negotiate investigator grant budgets and contractual terms within set parameters.

• Ensure adherence to negotiation parameters, approvals, contractual processes, budget guidelines, templates, and client expectations.

• Collaborate with internal functional departments to synchronize site startup and contractual activities with established timelines.

• Align contract negotiations with the critical path for site activation.

• Meet target cycle times for site activations.

• Elevate out-of-parameter issues following the established guidelines and processes.

• Complete tracking and reporting and assist other specialists with these tasks.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant formal academic/vocational qualification.

• Prior experience that equips the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (equivalent to 0-2 years).

• Basic understanding of clinical trial agreements.

• Basic ability to apply fundamental principles of investigator grant negotiation.

• General comprehension of business and financial principles related to service agreements.

• Effective communication skills (both verbal & written) in English and the local language.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.

• Capable of working independently or as part of a team.

• Good organizational and time management abilities.

• Working knowledge of PPD Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) & Work Practice Documents (WPDs).

• Ability to logically organize competing priorities and review outstanding contractual risks and issues.

• Proficient in using automated systems and computer applications.

• Ability to demonstrate a customer-focused communication style, problem-solving skills, and collaboration.

• Capability to work in an upright and/or stationary position for 6-8 hours daily.

• Ability to perform repetitive hand movements and frequent mobility.

• Ability to lift and carry 15-20 lbs.

• Regular and consistent attendance.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.