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Associate Contracts Manager – FSP
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- Remote from
- USA
- Salary
- USD 68,700–103,100 / yr
- Department
- Legal & Compliance
- Employment
- Full Time
- Experience
- Senior
- Published
- Apply before
- 3 Dec 2026
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The role, at a glance.
This remote Associate Contracts Manager role supports clinical research studies by drafting, negotiating, tracking, and executing CDAs, CTAs, amendments, vendor contracts, and site budgets. The position partners closely with Clinical Operations teams, sponsors, sites, and internal stakeholders across North America and Europe. Success requires at least three years of clinical-research contract experience, strong process control, and careful management of time-sensitive deliverables. The role also maintains contract records and status reporting while working independently in a virtual environment.
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I prioritize agreements by study milestones and risk, use a tracker with clear owners and due dates, and maintain regular follow-ups with sites, sponsors, and internal teams. I escalate unresolved legal or budget issues early so execution dates remain visible and achievable.
I review payment and budget terms, scope of work, subject injury, indemnification, insurance, confidentiality, publication, data ownership, intellectual property, termination, and applicable regulatory obligations. I ensure negotiated language aligns with approved templates and the study's operational needs.
I use a structured repository and tracker that records agreement type, version, negotiation status, outstanding issues, key dates, approvals, and execution status. I conduct routine quality checks and provide concise status reports tailored to study-team and sponsor needs.
I would clarify the specific budget concerns, compare them with the approved budget and relevant sponsor guidance, and coordinate with the appropriate internal budget or clinical operations contacts. I would communicate proposed options promptly, document decisions, and keep all parties informed of timeline implications.
I establish clear communication channels, document decisions and action items, and schedule meetings with time-zone differences in mind. I also provide proactive written updates so stakeholders can progress work asynchronously and raise issues before they affect study timelines.
About this role.
Position Summary:
Review, draft, negotiate and track a variety of legal agreements including confidentiality disclosure agreements (CDA), initial clinical trial agreements (CTA), amendments to the clinical trial agreements (CTA-A), site budgets and other various types of documents. Will work closely with the Clinical Operations study team and play an administrative role to ensure deliverables are in alignment with defined project timelines and expectations.
Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:
• Prepare and negotiate Agreements/Amendments such as Confidentiality Disclosure Agreements (CDA), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTA) and Amendments (CTA-A), vendor contracts and site budgets.
• Lead interactions with the North American and European internal study teams, as applicable
• Lead interactions regarding the various agreements with the Site(s)
• Lead interactions regarding assigned agreements with the Sponsor(s)
• Work with supervisor and various internal/external stakeholders to resolve contractual issues.
• Ensure adhered to company policies, procedures, and contracting standards.
• Update relevant study team members and sponsors regarding the status of contract negotiations and execution.
• Coordinate execution of the agreements
• Support the maintenance of contract files and databases, including email and document archiving.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Required:
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent contract management experience preferably in a clinical
research or similar industry setting
Other Required:
• 3 years of relevant experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements related to clinical research i.e. Non-Disclosure Agreements, Clinical Trial Agreements, etc. as well as management, control and tracking of the contract process.
• Experience in contract research, life science, biotech or pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
• Experience interacting with European institutions.
Preferred:
• Equivalent contract management experience in a clinical research or similar industry setting
• Experience in contract research, life science, biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
Skills:
Competencies
• Excellent organizational and communication skills and attention to detail
• Experience in tracking status for site contracts and budget, filing and distribution.
• Executes time-sensitive matters while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exhibits high self-motivation and is able to work and plan independently or with limited supervision.
• Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism, as evidenced by punctuality, ability to deliver on commitments and understanding of the service culture and positive interactions with customers.
• Proficient in MS Office Software programs and computer applications
• Works well independently and cooperatively with others to achieve common goals in a virtual environment.
• Develops, maintains and strengthens relationships with others inside or outside of the organization who can provide information, assistance and support Mentor and/or Ambassador for new Contract and Budget Associates and PFM staff
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Precision is required by law in some states or cities to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Precision, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. This role is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, health insurance, retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, and paid time off for sick leave and vacation, among other benefits.
Reasonable estimate of the current range
$68,700—$103,100 USD
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