Contract Specialist II

Mass General Brigham; Somerville (MA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Contracts Administrator to manage agreements and support research initiatives. The role offers flexibility with remote work options and opportunities for career advancement in a collaborative and supportive environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in contracting or research administration.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in contracting or research administration.
• Ability to thrive in a busy, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large volume of agreements and ensure compliance.
• Draft and review agreements, maintaining organized records.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Employer Industry: Healthcare Research and Administration

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within a prestigious healthcare organization
- Work remotely from most U.S. states, offering flexibility in your work environment
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative team focused on advancing medical research
- Engage in meaningful work that contributes to groundbreaking discoveries in science and medicine
- Competitive salary based on experience, with a structured work shift of 40 hours per week

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Manage a large volume of agreements, including outgoing subawards, confidentiality agreements, and clinical trial agreements
- Draft and review agreements, ensuring compliance with institutional and sponsor policies
- Communicate policies and procedures to principal investigators and department administrators
- Maintain organized electronic records of contract actions and statuses
- Assist in problem resolution related to agreements and support large-scale projects with multiple agreements

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- At least 3-5 years of experience in contracting, research administration, legal assisting/paralegal, or clinical research coordination
- Ability to thrive in a busy, high-volume, fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and a focus on customer service

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Law school or law school internships may substitute for some experience
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Experience in a research administration or clinical research setting

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