Seasonal Research Contract Analyst

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Seasonal Research Contract Analyst to join their team. This role involves the preparation, negotiation, and execution of contracts with trial sponsors, ensuring compliance with TGH's standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and have experience in clinical trial contracting. You will work closely with cross-functional departments, providing quality deliverables within strict deadlines. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a leading safety net hospital's mission of delivering compassionate healthcare. If you're organized, detail-oriented, and ready to make an impact, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; clinical trial contracting experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, negotiate, and execute contractual agreements with trial sponsors.
• Review and edit contract documents, ensuring TGH's positions are covered.
• Coordinate efforts among clients, suppliers, and outside counsel.

Skills

Contract management principles

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent writing capabilities

Communication skills

Ability to read and interpret contractual documents

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Advanced legal training/coursework

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Database software

Job description

Job Description - Seasonal Research Contract Analyst (250000KE)

Description

InterHealth Staffing is a for-profit staffing division of TGH committed to providing patients with excellent and compassionate care. Positions range from permanent clinical float roles (Full time or Part Time) to Seasonal 13-week assignments with significantly higher base pay. As the region’s leading safety net hospital, Tampa General is committed to providing area residents with world-class and compassionate health care ranging from the simplest to the most complex medical services.

This position, under the guidance of a Research Contract Analyst Lead, is responsible for preparation, negotiation, and execution of contractual agreements with trial sponsors on behalf of TGH while working with cross-functional departments to meet client deliverables. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with mission, vision and values of the Office of Clinical Research and Tampa General Hospital.

1. Reviews draft contract documents, including Start-up Agreements, Work Orders and Change Orders, etc. from sponsor/grantor provided templates per guidance provided by the Research Contract Analyst Lead and in conjunction with relevant departments.
2. Facilitates the negotiation of CDAs by reviewing sponsor CDAs and negotiate within CDA review guidelines, including coordination with TGH’s legal and business department to ensure timely agreements.
3. Drafts and edits contractual agreements based upon existing standard templates and policies.
4. Communicates with legal counsel as needed.
5. Directs sponsor interaction with new and established contacts per guidance provided by the Research Contract Analyst Lead.
6. Reviews sponsor contractual templates and edits as appropriate to ensure TGH’s positions are covered and to highlight areas of potential concern.
7. Ensures contracts show all the appropriate TGH edits before sending to the sponsor.
8. Ensures contractual documents are processed and maintained in relevant databases.
9. Provides quality deliverables in accordance with strict deadlines.
10. Prepares contract approval timelines with all parties involved and leads follow-up efforts, as directed, to obtain contract approval.
11. Negotiates and releases contract language in accordance with project requirements and TGH and industry standards.
12. Manages dissemination and filing of contractual agreements.
13. Coordinates efforts, as directed, among TGH clients, suppliers and outside counsel to facilitate timely execution of agreements.
14. Maintains up-to-date tracking of all contracts and client correspondence and provides periodic internal updates.
15. Participates in the development and testing of tools and procedures.
16. Prepares ad hoc management reports as required.
17. Leads or participates in client and team calls.
18. Participates in contract review meetings.
19. Full time presence in the office is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field including paralegal/legal studies and at least two (2) years’ of relevant work experience.
• Clinical trial contracting experience highly preferred.
• Advanced legal training/coursework preferred.
• Knowledge of contract management principles.
• Excellent computer skills and comprehensive knowledge of relevant software including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Outlook, database software.
• Fluent in English, oral and written.
• Excellent writing capabilities, including the ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret contractual documents and technical procedures.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and clients.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.
• Highly organized with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical skills, problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Confident dealing with internal staff, and external stakeholders as required.

Primary Location

Tampa

Work Locations

TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33601

Eligible for Remote Work: Fully Remote

Job

Clinical Research

Organization

InterHealth

Schedule

Full-time

Scheduled Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday