Lead Business Analyst – Sponsored Research

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

📋 Description

• Execute clinical trial agreements in accordance with institutional guidelines and legal standards.

• Negotiate trial budgets to encompass institutional administrative and clinical expenses.

• Utilize Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS) to enhance workflows, increase data visibility, and facilitate trial execution.

• Construct precise trial protocols in CTMS that reflect associated costs while ensuring billing compliance and financial integrity.

• Develop Medicare Coverage Analyses (MCAs) to ascertain appropriate billing for clinical trial services.

• Interpret Medicare guidelines and regulations while keeping abreast of current Medicare policies.

• Offer guidance to ensure accurate billing and compliance with Medicare requirements.

• Provide functional leadership, mentoring, and training to the Office of Sponsored Research staff.

• Assist in managing analysts, including conducting performance reviews and fostering professional development.

• Contribute to the formulation of policies and procedures and enhance existing procedures and business forms.

• Identify and spearhead strategic process improvements within the Office of Sponsored Research.

• Undertake other assigned responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare, finance, or a related field, or 6 years of experience in a healthcare or clinical environment in place of a bachelor's degree.

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in a healthcare or clinical setting.

• Demonstrated experience in a research-related position such as Research Clinical Coordinator, Regulatory Specialist, Clinical Research Associate, MCA Analyst, or in clinical research contracting, budgeting, and negotiations.

• Practical experience with a Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS) for data management, tracking, and reporting.

• Capability to interpret and apply complex information from clinical trial protocols for compliance and accurate data collection.

• Knowledge of federal regulations concerning the protection of human subjects in clinical research.

• Proficient computer skills, including internet browsers and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Teams.

• Familiarity with medical terminology.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and collaborate effectively with others.

• Strong commitment to accuracy and thoroughness.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with clinical staff, researchers, and management.

• Competence in managing multiple tasks, prioritizing effectively, and maintaining accurate records.

• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex issues related to research protocols and data management.

• Adherence to HIPAA, data security guidelines, the Code of Business Conduct, applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and training requirements.

🏝️ Benefits

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