Manager Site Contracts in United States at Jobgether

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Manager Site Contracts in the United States.

This role is central to the development, negotiation, and management of clinical site contracting activities across complex clinical studies. You will ensure that investigator grants and per-subject cost estimates are accurately developed using fair market value principles and aligned with study design and timelines. The position plays a key role in maintaining strong collaboration between internal stakeholders, CROs, and investigative sites throughout the full contracting lifecycle. You will also contribute to process improvements, training initiatives, and cross-functional alignment to enhance efficiency and compliance. Acting as a subject matter expert, you will help resolve complex contracting challenges while ensuring high-quality, timely deliverables. This is a highly collaborative and influential role within clinical operations, requiring strong communication, judgment, and stakeholder management skills.

• Develop accurate and timely investigator grants and per-subject cost estimates based on study design, schedule of events, and fair market value tools.
• Review and assess CRO and site-proposed budget changes in collaboration with internal stakeholders and business partners.
• Manage end-to-end site contracting activities, ensuring compliance, quality, and timely execution of all deliverables.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams, CROs, and investigative sites for assigned studies.
• Handle escalations related to site contracts, ensuring efficient resolution of complex issues.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Legal and Clinical Operations, to improve contract templates and processes.
• Monitor study scope changes and ensure timely amendments and implementation of contracts.
• Lead or contribute to study team meetings, providing guidance on contracting strategy and execution.
• Support onboarding, training, and mentoring of peers while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree such as a JD is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical site contracting within a biopharmaceutical company, CRO, or related environment.
• Strong knowledge of clinical site contracting processes, investigator grants, and budget development.
• Experience working in cross-functional, global, or matrixed clinical study teams.
• Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships, including CROs, sites, and internal business partners.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage escalations and drive resolutions effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to evolving study requirements and timelines.
• Experience contributing to process improvements, training, or operational excellence initiatives is a plus.

• Competitive salary range ($114,800 – $187,400 annually)
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Annual bonus and potential equity-based incentives
• Paid time off, including parental leave, military leave, and other flexible leave programs
• Wellness and fitness programs to support employee well-being
• Family support benefits and employee assistance programs
• Inclusive work environment with strong focus on collaboration and innovation
• Additional benefits may vary depending on location and eligibility