Manager Contract Management (Clinical Research)

Manager Contract Management (Clinical Research) Responsibilities Expertly reviews and approves clinical trial and related agreements in accordance with applicable regulations and academic requirements, providing timely guidance on negotiation strategies and industry best practices. Coordinates with Rutgers Office of General Counsel, Office of Risk Management and Office of Research Commercialization to review agreements and business decision issues. Independently manages the review, interpretation, negotiation and processing of clinical trial, nondisclosure, and associated contracts from a legal, business, and technical perspective. Develops negotiation strategy, drafts and negotiates contracts mutually agreeable to Rutgers and sponsors that comply with Rutgers policies; initiates and participates in meetings and teleconferences as needed. Manages stakeholder relations with timely and professional status updates on contract status matters, identifying, evaluating, and resolving contract matters. Responsible for contract administration and review of contract packages for validity, completeness and accuracy, maintaining complete electronic contract files and negotiation history. Collaborates with OHRS finance team and other internal stakeholders to verify budget and ensure delivery of fully executed contracts to support timely study start‑up. Distributes work‑order documents to participating health‑system sites when Scientific Review Board (SRB) approves a clinical trial. Supervises, trains, evaluates, and develops professional staff; recommends hiring, firing, promotions, demotions, performance evaluations, transfers, and/or disciplinary actions per university policies and procedures. Serves as subject‑matter expert in clinical and research contract management, ensuring compliance with all policies. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree majoring in Paralegal Studies, Law, or a related field; a Juris Doctor is preferred. Five (5) years of experience in clinical‑trial agreement management, review, negotiation, including at least two (2) years of supervisory/managerial experience in a professional office setting. Preferred Qualifications Two (2) years of contract management experience in an academic medical‑research institution. Juris Doctor. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Clear experience negotiating both industry‑sponsored and non‑industry‑sponsored clinical trials; extensive background in applicable regulations governing clinical research. Strong understanding of policy and practice governing clinical research within a large institution. Strong communication skills, verbal and written; ability to convey complex information in English to staff, management and external partners. Ability to work well with all levels of staff across functions and cultures; demonstrated competency in diverse environments. Ability to meet or exceed customer‑service standards and expectations in assigned units or across multiple areas in a timely and respectful manner. Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, capable of handling significant responsibility and shifting priorities; uses discretion and initiative to resolve problems. Anticipates needs, responds quickly, provides guidance and support, monitors and follows up as required. Passion for excellent customer service and commitment. Salary Minimum Salary: $111,050 | Mid‑Range Salary: $140,478 | Maximum Salary: $169,906 Benefits Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Work Environment Full‑time, on‑site. Standard hours: 37.5 per week. Requires standing, sitting, walking, talking, hearing, and lifting up to 25 lbs. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. For additional information please see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of Professional References (contact information) #J-18808-Ljbffr