Investigator Contracts Lead - Manager (m/f/d)

ZipRecruiter; Heidelberg; Remote; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in clinical development is seeking an Investigator Contracts Lead responsible for managing contract negotiations and overseeing budgeting for key studies. This remote role demands strong negotiation and communication skills along with the ability to manage site interactions effectively. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in clinical operations, especially in contract management, demonstrating leadership in improving site contracting processes.

Leistungen

Competitive remuneration

Pension schemes

Employee well-being programs

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of experience in clinical development operations or outsourcing.
• Experience drafting and negotiating Clinical Trial Agreements globally.
• Knowledge of business, compliance, finance, legal, and drug development practices.

Aufgaben

• Manage site-facing contract negotiations from agreements to amendments.
• Develop and track global clinical study agreements.
• Negotiate costs and maintain relationships with key sites.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Negotiation

Risk Mitigation

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Juris Doctorate or legal degree

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

The Investigator Contracts Lead is responsible for managing site-facing contract and budget negotiations from initial agreements to amendments, overseeing other contracting professionals on assigned studies. This role includes managing the Per-Subject Cost (PSC) process, escalation and resolution of budget and non-legal issues, and collaborating on site contracting timelines during start-up.

• Exercise good judgment in balancing Pfizer's risks and clinical trial timelines when making budget and contractual decisions.
• Follow GPD processes to develop, negotiate, track, and execute global clinical study agreements with institutions and investigators.
• Develop and oversee the global site budget process in collaboration with partners.
• Negotiate cost, business, and contractual terms directly with investigators and institutions, making changes within approved templates.
• Build and maintain relationships with key investigational sites and Site Management Organizations.
• Lead study-level site contracting activities, acting as the primary point of contact for site issues and timelines.
• Partner with Legal and other divisions to manage escalations and improve site contracting processes.
• Collaborate with divisions like Legal, Finance, and pCRO to identify improvements in site contracting.
• Apply knowledge of business principles, concepts, and theories relevant to the role.
• Coordinate with invoicing teams to ensure alignment with site contracting and compensation.
• Utilize acquired skills to complete moderate scope projects and tasks.
• Contribute to major business initiatives and projects, applying technical and discipline knowledge to achieve objectives within GPD or WSR functions.

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in clinical development operations or outsourcing, with a bachelor's degree.
• Experience with clinical study budgets and contracting negotiations.
• Knowledge of business, compliance, finance, legal, and drug development practices.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to plan and mitigate risks to site contracting timelines.
• Proven ability to influence without authority and work effectively in a matrix organization.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in clinical operations or outsourcing, with a US Juris Doctorate or legal degree.
• Experience drafting and negotiating Clinical Trial Agreements globally.

Work Location: Remote

Pfizer's values include Courage, Excellence, Equity, and Joy, guiding our corporate culture and actions. We focus on digital transformation, responsible work practices, diversity and inclusion, and employee well-being through programs like Pfizer in Balance and engagement initiatives. We offer competitive remuneration, pension schemes, and other benefits.