Associate Administrator, Clinical Contracts

Neurocrine Biosciences; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

Neurocrine Biosciences is seeking a clinical contracts administrator to support site contracts, budgets, and invoicing for multiple trials. You will partner with legal and clinical operations to ensure timely review and execution.

This role requires attention to detail, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work across sites and CROs. A background in biotech or pharmaceutical contract processes is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires strong attention to detail and accuracy in contract handling.
• Experience coordinating with legal and clinical operations is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical trial contract processes and administration.
• Review budgets and contracts for accuracy and timeliness.
• Support site contracting and budget activities for outsourced studies.
• Coordinate with Legal to execute site agreements and CTA templates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

HS/Assoc/Bachelors in life sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Contract management systems

Job description

Who We Are

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine and immunological disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in Prader-Willi syndrome, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and YouTube. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)

About the Role

Provides comprehensive support for clinical site contracts administration, including budget development, negotiation facilitation and contract execution. Partners with legal department to ensure clinical contracts are reviewed and fully executed in a timely manner. Supports administration of clinical contracts (invoicing, timelines, tracking, reporting, issues, etc.) for assigned project(s). Serves as a liaison with clinical sites and CROs for contract related matters.

Your Contributions

• Assists clinical trial contract process and administration, may review contracts and budgets for accuracy.
• Assists to ensure on-time processing of clinical contracts from initial request through execution in accordance with the project timelines
• Provides both legal and clinical operations clerical and administrative support in administering clinical contracts and collecting site documents as needed
• For studies that are outsourced, supports site contracting and budget activities and assists with general questions and requests
• Provides clerical and administrative support in the development of Clinical Trial Agreement (CTA) templates and budget grids for clinical studies as needed
• Assists in sending CTA, budget grid and supporting documentation to sites
• Submits web requests and coordinates with Legal Department on execution of clinical site agreements
• Provides administrative support in monitoring and negotiating budgets with clinical sites
• Establish collaborative relationships with colleagues in Clinical Operations, Legal, Finance/Accounting, and throughout the Company
• Supports the internal site payment processes to ensure payments are made based on executed contracts
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma / Associates degree in biological or physical life science AND 4 years of clinical department of a biotech/pharmaceutical company or completion of related experience required. Site budgeting experience preferred OR Bachelor's degree in relevant field AND 2+ years of of clinical department of a biotech/pharmaceutical company or completion of related experience required. Site budgeting experience preferred
• Applies understanding of company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks
• Understands how own area contributes to the achievement of objectives
• Comfortable with tools and processes that support work conducted by functional area
• Must have good organization skills, be a team player and function independently with general guidance
• Good interpersonal, written and oral communication skills to interact with a variety of personalities at multiple levels of the organization
• Exercise tact, mature judgment, diplomacy, and flexibility to promote positive working relationships and job effectiveness
• Must be detail oriented
• Uses established skills to perform a range of daily operations
• Clinical terminology and GCPs knowledge
• Basic knowledge of clinical trial process, regulations and guidelines
• Basic knowledge of the different types of clinical contracts and site budgets
• Good contract administration skills with basic knowledge of clinical contract budgeting process
• Excellent computer skills required

Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer. We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

The hourly rate we reasonably expect to pay is $31.20-$41.77. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 15% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program.

• Retirement savings plan (with company match)
• Paid vacation, holiday and personal days
• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans

We are a top place to work. Neurocrine Biosciences was named one of the FORTUNE Best Workplaces in Biopharma 2025. We were also named a Great Place to Work Certified company.

OUR VALUES

• PASSION: We are driven and love what we do. We are committed to our goals and to making a difference.
• INTEGRITY: We do the right thing for patients and our community. We take accountability. We speak up.
• COLLABORATION: We trust one another. We are inclusive. We are respectful. We are transparent. Together we succeed.
• INNOVATION: We seek and create optimal solutions.
• TENACITY: We do not quit. We adapt. We accomplish what others cannot.

Come join our team during this exciting time of growth and opportunities!

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