Clinical Trial Specialist - Site Contracts

Medpace; Turkey; On-site; TRY 1,871,000 - 2,704,000; Full time

Job summary

A clinical research organization in Turkey is seeking a full-time Clinical Trial Specialist to manage the lifecycle of contracts. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating agreements, assessing risks, and coordinating site startup activities. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in Turkish and English. Join a company recognized for its positive impact on patient lives and enjoy a flexible work environment with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Competitive PTO packages

Structured career paths

Company-sponsored events

Employee health and wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant work experience preferred but not required.
• Prior contract negotiation experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review agreements and legal documents for clinical studies.
• Negotiate contracts within client approved templates.
• Identify and assess legal, financial, and operational risks.
• Coordinate with internal departments for site startup activities.
• Stay updated with local regulations impacting trial contracts.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Strong Turkish communication skills

Strong English communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law or Sciences

Job description

Overview

Our Site Contracts Team is seeking a full-time, home-based Clinical Trial Specialist or Contract Specialist to join our Site Contracts Team in Turkey. This position plays a key role in the study start-up and clinical trial management processes at Medpace. As a Site Contract Specialist, you will have full responsibility for the life cycle of each contract through the preparation, negotiation, and finalization of contracts. Entry candidates are encouraged to apply as well as experienced professionals.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and finalizing agreements, termination letters or other legal documents required for a clinical study;
• Negotiate within client approved contract and budget templates and negotiation parameters;
• Identify and assess legal, financial, and operational risks and escalate to appropriate Contract Lead or Contract Manager;
• Provide recommendations and alternative resolutions throughout negotiations using established escalation channels;
• Coordinate with internal functional departments to ensure various site startup activities are aligned with contractual process and mutually agreed up timelines; and
• Keep up to date with applicable local regulations impacting clinical trial contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; preferably in Law or Sciences.
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience; preferred but not required
• Prior contract negotiation experience preferred but not required;
• Strong attention to detail; and
• Strong Turkish and English written and spoken communication skills.

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today. The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.

Medpace Perks

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Competitive PTO packages
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives

Awards

• Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
• Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility

What to Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.