Lead Research Contract Analyst - Research & Education

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is seeking a Lead Research Contract Analyst to facilitate the preparation and negotiation of contracts with trial sponsors. This role involves managing complex agreements, ensuring compliance, and providing educational resources on the contracting process. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in clinical research and contract management, with strong analytical and communication skills. A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Legal Studies is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ clinical research experience; 1-2 years’ supervisory experience required.
• Experience with legal language preferred; advanced legal training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identifying opportunities to reduce timelines for complex negotiations with sponsors.
• Serving as liaison with the Joint Research Office to ensure efficient execution of budgets and contracts.
• Drafting and editing contractual agreements based on standard templates and policies.

Skills

Contract negotiation skills

Knowledge of contract management principles

Excellent communication skills

Strong report writing and analytical skills

Effective presentation and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Highly organized with attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies

Tools

MS Office

Database software

Job description

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This position is responsible for facilitating the preparation, drafting, negotiation, and execution of contractual agreements with trial sponsors on behalf of Tampa General Hospital (TGH). Coordinates efforts (both internal and external) to ensure that TGH, its suppliers, and customers have clear, fair, and legally binding contractual agreements. Leads efforts to develop team resources in conjunction with management. Performs job duties aligned with Tampa General Hospital's mission, vision, and values. This role is considered an advanced expert in clinical trial agreements and contracts.

Responsibilities include:

1. Identifying opportunities to reduce timelines for complex negotiations with sponsors.
2. Serving as liaison with the Joint Research Office to ensure efficient execution of budgets and contracts.
3. Recommending policies and procedures for the unit and handling complex cases such as multiple providers, patents, licensing, major industrial contracts, or export control.
4. Overseeing the establishment of new contracting processes.
5. Creating and delivering educational content regarding the contracting process.
6. Reviewing draft contract documents from sponsors/grantors, including Start-up Agreements, Work Orders, and Change Orders.
7. Facilitating the negotiation and execution of Confidentiality Disclosure Agreements (CDAs).
8. Drafting and editing contractual agreements based on standard templates and policies.
9. Managing sponsor interactions and ensuring contracts reflect TGH's positions.
10. Maintaining contract documentation in relevant databases.
11. Developing tools, templates, policies, and procedures related to contracts.
12. Providing quality deliverables within deadlines.
13. Preparing contract approval timelines and leading follow-up efforts.
14. Negotiating contract language to meet project and industry standards.
15. Managing dissemination and filing of contractual agreements.
16. Tracking contracts and correspondence, providing internal updates.
17. Preparing management reports as needed.
18. Participating in contract review meetings and team calls.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Legal Studies preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ clinical research experience; 1-2 years’ supervisory experience required.
• Experience with legal language preferred; advanced legal training is a plus.

Required skills:

• Contract negotiation skills
• Knowledge of contract management principles
• Proficiency with MS Office and database software
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Strong report writing and analytical skills
• Ability to interpret contractual documents and technical procedures
• Effective presentation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Highly organized with attention to detail
• Full-time presence in the office is required

Additional details:

• Location: Tampa, TGH Main Campus
• Work arrangement: Fully Remote
• Schedule: Full-time, Day Job
• Salary: Starting at $66,539.20
• Employment type: Full-time