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ICON Strategic Solutions · 1 day ago

Contract Analyst - San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

4+ years exp

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. The role of Contract Analyst involves coordinating and developing contracts and change orders for clinical projects, negotiating Clinical Trial Agreements, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders regarding contract status.

Pharmaceuticals

Responsibilities

Coordinate and develop contracts and change orders for newly awarded and on-going, single service, direct to contract and consulting projects and/or support the Contract Analyst team in the development of contracts and change orders

Work simultaneously on numerous contracts and/or change orders

Negotiation and Execution of Clinical Trial Agreements (CTA) and other related study documents:

Prepare, and review Study Site level budgets and contract templates and facilitate finalization and approval with the Sponsor, Legal, and any applicable internal personnel

Proficiently negotiate CTAs, budgets and ancillary agreements

Proficiently oversee all contractual documents and correspondence, including the facilitation of the indemnification process between Sponsor and Study Site

Establish and maintain effective and proactive communication with Study Sites, Sponsors and internal personnel regarding the status of budgets, contracts and any other contract-related documents

Ensure CTAs, budgets and ancillary agreements are negotiated within the Study specific agreed parameters and if not, appropriate approvals are obtained and documented

As required, proficiently prepare, review and negotiate amendments to CTAs, budgets and ancillary agreements

Conduct second level quality control review of completed CTAs, budgets and ancillary agreements prior to execution

Serve as the internal liaison on study site budgets with respect to country needs and requirements

Forecast Budget and Clinical Trial Agreements execution timelines and ensure they are achieved; provide risk assessment and contingency plans to mitigate impact if forecasted timelines are not reached, and escalate issues as soon as identified

Prepare, review and negotiate Master Service Agreements with sites

Solicit input and review of contracts and change orders from the relevant operational departments

Ensure that payment terms follow recommended payment guidelines

Develop and maintain project files and tracking tools

Review project documents and budgets prior to submission to their respective Contract Manager for final QC review

Ensure clear and direct communication when corresponding (verbally or written) with the project team on the status of the contract and/or change order

Lead and/or assist internal meetings required related to contracts and change orders

Qualification

Contract managementClinical Trial AgreementsBudget negotiationBachelor’s degreeCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in law, Business Administration, or related field

4+ years of experience in contract management or related field

Must be able to work hybrid, onsite in client San Diego office 2 days a week/3 days remote

Benefits

Various annual leave entitlements

A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.

Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.

Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.

Life assurance

Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.