MEG Operations Contracting Solutions Lead

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; Remote; USD 156,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Medical Evidence Generation Operations Contracting Solutions Lead to design and manage compliant contracting solutions. This role focuses on achieving contract executional excellence through effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and leadership in the contracting process. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in clinical site contracting and possesses strong negotiation and project management skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Paid vacation and personal days

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in clinical site contracting.
• Expertise in clinical development processes and vendor management.
• Strong skills in leading cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement contracting solution strategies.
• Manage resourcing requirements for contracting.
• Serve as the contracting subject matter expert for projects.

Skills

Clinical site contracting

Negotiation

Risk analysis

Clear communications

Project management

Education

4-year degree (BA/BS or equivalent)

US Juris Doctorate or equivalent legal degree

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JOB SUMMARY

The Medical Evidence Generation Operations Contracting Solutions Lead is responsible for designing, implementing and managing compliant contracting solutions to achieve contract executional excellence within the Medical Evidence Generation function in support of Medical Evidence Generation. These solutions will enhance the executional impact, including resourcing, of the remit for Research Collaborations, Grants and Sponsored Studies and strategically plan for opportunities in the future. This role will be a single point of contact and accountability for the contracting process with Medical Evidence Generation Operations cross functional partners including Legal and be the leadership-level escalation pathway to manage issues to resolution.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Design and implement contracting solution strategies (e.g., contracting process workflows, contract lifecycle mgmt., template libraries and playbooks) in partnership with other stakeholders, such as Legal, ensuring compliant delivery of executional excellence Create and manage a resourcing algorithm for contracting requirements to efficiently deploy resourcesDevelop risk / benefit scenarios to gain alignment with key stakeholders in the organization to determine appropriate scope of responsibilities for contracting including negotiation playbooks and escalation of certain contract negotiation issues to LegalResolve contracting impacts to quality or timelines by exercising independent judgment and making timely decisions, through risk analysis, in areas of contracting. Provide timely solutions related to contract negotiation issues escalatedServe as the contracting SME on various groups projects to include business acquisitions and other initiatives. Onboard, train and manage the workload of contracting resources; responsible for relationship management with CROs and FSP performing site contracting activities.

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

8+ years of experience with a 4-year degree (BA/BS or equivalent) Expert in one or more areas of clinical site contracting. Knowledge of clinical development process. Ability to oversee third-party vendor deliverables to agreed quality and timelines. Experience with information management systems and partnership with Digital organizations to develop a technology solution. Experience leading cross functional teams. Experience in interaction with senior leaders within the organization. Experience with clinical study budgets and contracting negotiation principles, practices, processes, and activities. Balance of general business, compliance, finance, legal, and drug development experience. Clear communications and presentation skills. Ability to problem solve unique issues and prioritize. Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams. Demonstrated success in working in a highly matrix-based organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

8+ years of relevant experience with a US Juris Doctorate or equivalent legal degree. Previous functional management experience. Medical Evidence Generation, Pfizer and Partner Legal Teams, Clinical site contracts & legal contacts, Research Collaboration, Grant Operations, Sponsored Study, CRO site contracting teams.

RESOURCES MANAGED

Direct management of team resources commensurate with the level of activity.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $156,600.00 to $261,000.00.* In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

The annual base salary for this position in Tampa, FL ranges from $141,000.00 to $235,000.00.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

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