Research Admin Specialist II-Clinical Trial Budgets

Huron Consulting Group Inc.; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Huron Consulting Group Inc. is seeking a Clinical Research Administrative Specialist II to support the Research Office with budgets, coverage analyses, and trial documentation for diverse studies.

You will review work, assist senior staff, and engage with clients to ensure compliant, efficient trial processes. The role is full-time and US-REMOTE, offering opportunities to expand knowledge of regulatory requirements and service lines while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team across higher

Qualifications

• U.S. work authorization is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to this position or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical research administration experience.
• Experience developing clinical research budgets.
• Experience in coverage analysis.
• This is a full-time US-REMOTE role.
• Preferred: Clinical Trial budget development & negotiation experience is highly desired.
• Clinical Trials Policy and Research Billing Rules Knowledge: Experience in clinical trials policy and other applicable research billing rules.
• Experience applying the policy to clinical trial protocols for coverage determination.
• Quality Assurance expertise: Experience with QA reviews.
• Medical Coding/Billing Experience: Background in medical coding or billing or degree in Health Information Management.
• Professional Communication Proficiency: Interaction with individuals at various levels and timely updates.
• Innovative Problem Solving: Contribute to innovative solutions and process improvements.
• Training and Mentorship: Guidance and training to junior staff.
• Industry Knowledge: Staying abreast of industry trends and regulatory changes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing coverage analysis reports, study budgets, study calendars, charge segregation, and other trial documentation.
• Review and provide feedback for Clinical Research Administrative Specialist I projects.
• Support client contacts for client-specific needs and expand knowledge of clinical trial regulations and service lines.

Skills

Clinical research administration

Budget development

Coverage analysis

Quality assurance

Professional communication

Training & mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Medical coding/billing

Job description

Huron helps its clients drive growth, enhance performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. We collaborate with education organizations to develop strategies and implement solutions that enable the transformative change our clients need to own their future. Together, we empower clients to drive innovation, create sustainable funding streams and deliver better student outcomes. Today, leaders of higher education institutions and academic medical centers are spending too much time reacting to market forces, rather than focusing on the essential priorities that help students, faculty and staff thrive. The most productive path forward requires an intentional approach and innovative thinking, whereby stakeholders across the entire institution rally around a shared vision and embrace the hard work of effecting change.

You’ll help our clients to achieve organizational effectiveness, improve student outcomes, implement new technologies and align resources and investments to ensure long-term sustainability. Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future. Your passion and expertise in clinical research will make you a key member of Huron’s Research Office Team.

As a Clinical Research Administrative Specialist II, you’ll assist Huron’s Research Office team in developing coverage analysis reports, study budgets, study calendars, charge segregation, and other trial documentation required for clinical research studies, including industry, federally sponsored, and locally (investigator) sponsored research.

You will also assist in review and feedback for Clinical Research Administrative Specialist I projects and will begin to support client contacts for client specific needs. You’ll have the opportunity to expand upon your working knowledge and experience with clinical trial regulation, and to develop strong skills in the variety of service lines Huron’s Research Office offers.

• U.S. work authorization is required
• Huron requires a bachelor’s degree in a field related to this position or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 3 years of clinical research administration related experience
• Experience developing clinical research budgets
• Experience in coverage analysis
• This is a full-time US-REMOTE role. This salaried position may require working additional hours at times, depending on business needs.
• Preferred: Clinical Trial budget development & negotiation experience is highly desired
• Clinical Trials Policy and Research Billing Rules Knowledge: Experience in clinical trials policy and other applicable research billing rules.
• Experience applying the policy to clinical trial protocols for coverage determination.
• Quality Assurance Expertise: Experience with conducting Quality Assurance reviews, aiming to significantly reduce the QA burden.
• Medical Coding/Billing Experience: Background in medical coding or billing or degree in Health Information Management.
• Professional Communication Proficiency: Demonstrated experience interacting with individuals at various levels in an organization and providing timely updates both from an internal and external standpoint.
• Innovative Problem Solving: Ability to contribute to innovative solutions and process improvements in clinical trial coverage analysis and budgeting.
• Training and Mentorship: Experience in providing guidance and training to junior staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and skill development.
• Industry Knowledge: Staying abreast of industry trends and regulatory changes to maintain expertise.

The estimated base salary for this job is $72,000 - $88,000. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $79,200 - $96,800. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs.

Position Level Senior Analyst Country United States of America

At Huron, we’re redefining what a consulting organization can be. We go beyond advice to deliver results that last. We inherit our client’s challenges as if they were our own. We help them transform for the future. We advocate. We make a difference. And we intelligently, passionately, relentlessly do great work…together.

Are you the kind of person who stands ready to jump in, roll up your sleeves and transform ideas into action? Then come discover Huron.

Find out how you can use your talents and develop your skills to make an impact immediately.

Learn about how our culture and values provide you with the kind of environment that invites new ideas and innovation.

Come see how we collaborate with each other in a culture of learning, coaching, diversity and inclusion.

And hear about our unwavering commitment to make a difference in partnership with our clients, shareholders, communities and colleagues.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage to employees and dependents
• A 401(k) plan with a generous employer match
• An employee stock purchase plan
• A generous Paid Time Off policy
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance

Our Wellness Program supports employee total well-being by providing free annual health screenings and coaching, bank at work, and on-site workshops, as well as ongoing programs recognizing major events in the lives of our employees throughout the year.

All benefits and programs are subject to applicable eligibility requirements.

Huron is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunity to job applicants and employees in recruitment, hiring, employment, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, training, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Huron will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business.

We endeavor to maintain a drug-free workplace.