Develop and maintain standardized global clinical site budget templates and negotiation playbooks
Lead global Phase 1–3 investigator site budget and contract negotiations within approved parameters
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and fair market value standards
Partner with CROs to oversee global site budget processes and drive consistency across programs
Proactively identify budget risks, escalate issues, and implement mitigation strategies to protect clinical timelines
Oversee contract and budget tracking systems, reporting metrics, and dashboard updates
Establish scalable tools and processes to improve efficiency and reduce administrative burden
Provide investigator grant budget forecasts and strategic input to Clinical Operations and Finance
Represent the function in cross-functional governance discussions and strategic planning initiatives
Liaise with legal department to support efficient clinical site contracts review, escalation, and approval parameters
Support contract signature and storage workstreams, and various ad hoc clinical and vendor contracts workstreams as required.

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, business, life sciences, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of experience in clinical site contracting and budget negotiation within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
Demonstrated global Phase 1–3 clinical site agreement and budget negotiation experience
Understanding of regulatory and compliance considerations related to site activation and contracting
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives in a global environment
Proven people management experience, including direct and/or virtual team leadership
Contract management expertise across multiple programs and timelines
Advanced negotiation and redlining skills with outstanding attention to detail
Advanced Excel skills for financial modeling and metrics tracking; strong PowerPoint skills for executive communication
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to influence senior stakeholders
Ability to travel quarterly to corporate office

Associate Director, Clinical Site Budgets, Contracts

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