Clinical Contracts Associate

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Clinical Contracts Associate to support the preparation, negotiation, execution, and management of contracts related to clinical trials. The ideal candidate will work closely with Clinical Operations, Legal, Finance, Procurement, and external clinical research partners to ensure contracts are completed accurately and in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the drafting, review, negotiation, and execution of clinical trial agreements and related contracts.
• Assist with contracts involving clinical research sites, investigators, CROs, vendors, and other external partners.
• Coordinate contract workflows and track agreements from initiation through execution.
• Collaborate with Legal, Clinical Operations, Finance, Procurement, and other stakeholders to resolve contractual issues.
• Maintain accurate contract records, databases, trackers, and documentation.
• Monitor contract status, milestones, renewals, amendments, and required signatures.
• Support budget and payment-related activities associated with clinical trial agreements.
• Review contracts for completeness, consistency, and compliance with internal processes.
• Communicate with clinical sites, CROs, vendors, and internal teams regarding contract requirements and outstanding items.
• Assist with contract amendments, renewals, extensions, and termination documentation.
• Ensure executed agreements and supporting documentation are properly filed and maintained.
• Prepare status reports and metrics related to clinical contracts and provide updates to stakeholders.
• Identify potential contractual risks or delays and escalate issues appropriately.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in clinical contracts, clinical operations, contract administration, or a related pharmaceutical/biotech environment.
• Familiarity with clinical trial agreements, investigator agreements, CRO/vendor agreements, or related clinical research contracts.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple contracts and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Legal, Clinical Operations, Finance, and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, or clinical research organization.
• Familiarity with clinical trial processes and Google Cloud Platform principles.
• Experience with contract management systems or clinical trial management systems.
• Understanding of clinical site budgets, payment terms, and financial provisions.
• Experience supporting contract negotiations and resolving contract-related issues.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory and compliance requirements related to clinical research.