TEMP - Contracts Specialist, Medical Affairs

Contracts Specialist, Medical Affairs (Part-Time Temp) The Contracts Specialist, Medical Affairs role supports the end‑to‑end contracting process for Medical Affairs and key cross‑functional partners. This role is responsible for coordinating contract requests, facilitating reviews and approvals, maintaining contract documentation, and ensuring agreements are processed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements. The Specialist serves as a primary point of contact for Medical Affairs stakeholders throughout the contract lifecycle, partnering closely with Legal, Procurement, Finance, Compliance, and external vendors to support timely execution of agreements. Employment Details • Part‑time temporary role, 25‑30 hours per week.

• 6‑month assignment with the possibility of extension.
• Scheduling options: onsite Monday‑Thursday or Tuesday‑Thursday.
• Hours may increase as the business grows.

Responsibilities Coordinates the full lifecycle of Medical Affairs contracts, supporting timely processing, accuracy, and adherence to compliance and legal standards. Serves as the operational owner for Medical Affairs contracting workflows—tracking requests, managing submissions, monitoring progress, and ensuring successful execution. Partners with Medical Affairs, Legal, Procurement, Finance, and Compliance to secure required approvals and ensure alignment with corporate policies. Coordinates contract intake and triage, clarifying requirements with stakeholders and advising on appropriate contract types, processes, and timelines. Supports maintenance of templates and process documentation in collaboration with Legal and other cross‑functional partners. Ensures contract terms, scopes of work, deliverables, and financial elements are appropriately defined and cross‑checked prior to submission. Maintains contract records, documentation, and tracking mechanisms across all agreements to support operational visibility, reporting, and audit readiness. Supports Medical Affairs leaders with contract planning, forecasting, and prioritization to meet business needs. Identifies opportunities to improve contracting workflows and contributes to process improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, enhance user experience, and strengthen governance. Prepares status updates, dashboards, and contract cycle analytics for leadership and business partners. Upholds a high standard of professionalism and ensures all interactions reflect the values and expectations of the Medical Affairs organization. Qualifications BS/BA degree and 2+ years of relevant experience in contract management, legal operations, procurement, administrative operations, or a related function within the pharmaceutical/biotech or a regulated industry; OR Master’s degree and related experience; OR 2+ years of experience in contract operations, legal support, or related functions (experience supporting Medical Affairs preferred). Working knowledge of contract types common to Medical Affairs, including consulting/fee‑for‑service agreements, confidentiality agreements, MSAs, research agreements, and event/services contracts. Demonstrated experience working with Legal, Compliance, and Finance teams to ensure contract accuracy and alignment with corporate policies. Familiarity with contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems, document management tools, workflow trackers, and routing platforms. Ability to interpret contract language, identify risks, and communicate required revisions or clarifications with appropriate stakeholders. Excellent organizational and project coordination skills with a track record of managing high‑volume, time‑sensitive workflows and competing deadlines. Strong analytical skills and comfort interpreting process metrics or operational KPIs. Exceptional professionalism with strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to work independently while escalating issues appropriately and seeking guidance when needed. High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, documentation standards, and compliance expectations. Demonstrated customer service mindset with a collaborative, solutions‑oriented approach. Compensation $45.00 - $55.25 per hour. EEO Statement Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer. We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description. #J-18808-Ljbffr Neurocrine Biosciences