Our clinical operations activities are growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking individuals with legal experience to join our Clinical Operations team as a full-time Contract Specialist. This role plays a key role in the study start-up and clinical trial management processes at Medpace. The Contract Specialist will play a key role in advancing the start-up of our projects. If you want an exciting career where you use your previous expertise and can develop and grow your career even further, then this is the opportunity for you. This position would be office based in Cincinnati, OH with hybrid options.
Responsibilities
Is responsible for preparing, negotiating, tracking and finalizing the Confidentiality Agreements (CDA), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTA), Budgets, and Letters of Indemnification (LOI)
Involved in preparing, negotiating, and tracking any possible amendments to the Clinical Trial Agreement (CTA) and Budget
Manages all required contractual agreements with investigator sites. This includes distribution, negotiation of budget and language, tracking and finalization
Proactively identifies site contract related risks and potential roadblocks
Prepares contract approval timelines with investigators and leads efforts to obtain contract approval to meet study deliverables
Maintains consistent communication with project team and sites regarding status of all contractual requirements
Maintains tracking regarding site contracts and provides regular updates as agreed by the study team to the project team and client regarding status and efforts to ensure timelines are maintained
Participates in corporate initiatives and actions that ensure the continued success of the company
Qualifications
Bachelors degree required;
Ability to work with internal and external customers/vendors to meet project-specific goals;
Time-management-- Ability to manage high volume work and meet rigorous deadlines;
Flexibility to strategically manage negotiations with minimal oversight;
Exceptional communication skills-- Ability to interact with site, clients, and other functional areas as secondary project contact for contracting issues and questions; and
Organization-- Ability to manage time and project requirements based on study deliverables.
Travel:
None
Medpace Overview
Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.
Why Medpace?
People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.
The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.
Cincinnati Perks
Cincinnati Campus Overview
Flexible work environment
Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
Employee health and wellness initiatives
Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center
Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
Discounted tuition for UC online programs
Awards
Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer
Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility
What To Expect Next
A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.
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