Contract Negotiator FSP

Remote / Hybrid / Office based working options.

Our Sponsor Dedicated (cFSP) team is growing. Join us on our mission to advance healthcare! As a Clinical Research Associate, you will develop local contracting strategies and support the delivery of start-up contracting activities for selected sponsors, studies, or multi-protocol programs based on sponsor requirements.

Job Overview:

1. Coordinate the development of investigator grants, estimates, contracting strategies, and proposal texts to support proposal development.
2. Develop contract language, payment terms, and budget templates as applicable.
3. Utilize and maintain contracting systems, tools, processes, and training materials according to the Scope of Work and Project Plan.
4. Collaborate with sponsors, stakeholders, and RSU regions to ensure successful project delivery in compliance with sponsor requirements and RSU Management Plan.
5. Provide legal, operational, and financial contracting support to Study Teams, focusing on site agreements to facilitate efficient trial initiation and compliance.
6. Contribute to collecting, analyzing, and disseminating contracting intelligence to support studies and the company.
7. Ensure contracting efficiency, adherence to timelines, and financial goals.
8. Report on contracting performance and out-of-scope activities.
9. Work with Quality Management to maintain standards; mentor colleagues and deliver training as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• At least 3 years of sponsor or CRO clinical site contracting experience, including global or regional negotiation experience. Equivalent education, training, and experience are acceptable.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to challenge appropriately.

Additional Skills:

• Strong legal, financial, and technical writing skills.
• Good understanding of clinical trial contract management.
• Ability to use metrics to communicate timelines and deliverables with study teams.

What is in it for you?

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge medicines at the forefront of new development.
• Genuine career development opportunities within the organization.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. We aim to push the boundaries of human and data science to create a healthier world. Learn more at