Site Contracts Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +12 more states.

📋 Description

• Supervise and coordinate the development, negotiation, and implementation of clinical trial agreements and budgets for designated studies or portfolios.

• Manage contract administration workstreams, ensuring that deliverables adhere to quality and timeline standards.

• Oversee comprehensive site contracting processes, including the use of templates, negotiations, and tracking of execution.

• Act as the main point of escalation for contract-related issues and suggest solutions that balance the needs of sponsors, sites, and internal stakeholders.

• Collaborate with legal, finance, and project teams regarding contract terms, budget considerations, and risk assessments.

• Track contracting timelines and performance metrics, identify delays, and implement corrective measures to enhance cycle times.

• Offer guidance and supervision to Site Contracts Negotiators.

• Contribute to the development of contracting playbooks, templates, and standardized procedures.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in law, business, life sciences, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.

• Extensive experience in clinical site contracting or comparable contract negotiation roles within CROs, pharmaceutical companies, or healthcare.

• Strong understanding of clinical trial agreements, budget frameworks, and essential legal and compliance factors.

• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple studies and competing priorities.

• Collaborative approach with experience in guiding or coordinating the efforts of others.

• Legal authorization to work in the country where the position is located.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives.

• Health and wellness programs, including medical, dental, and vision insurance where applicable.

• Retirement and pension plans.

• Life insurance and disability coverage.

• Employee assistance programs and wellness resources.

• Opportunities for learning and development through structured training and career advancement pathways.