Lead Business Analyst

Role Description

This role possesses an advanced and strategic understanding of executing clinical trial agreements and negotiating trial budgets. Proficient use of Clinical Trial Management Systems and Medicare Coverage Analysis to maintain billing compliance and financial integrity. Serves as the functional lead, responsible for mentoring and training the Office of Sponsored Research (OSR) staff. May help manage the team of analysts, including performance reviews and professional development. Initiates and contributes to policy and procedure development, including developing and offering enhancements to procedures and business forms. Proactively identifies opportunities for strategic process improvement within OSR and leads implementation. Contributes to other duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare, finance or related field, OR 6 years of experience within a health care or clinical setting in lieu of bachelor’s degree.
• 4 years of experience within a health care or clinical setting.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in business, healthcare, finance, or related field.
• Proven experience in a research-related role such as a Research Clinical Coordinator, Regulatory Specialist, Clinical Research Associate, MCA Analyst, or experience with clinical research contracting, budgeting and negotiations.
• Hands-on experience using a Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS) for data management, tracking, and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex information from clinical trial protocols to ensure compliance and accurate data collection.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal regulations regarding the protection of human subjects in clinical research.

Requirements

• Strong computer skills including using internet browser, Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Teams).
• Knowledge of federal regulations regarding the protection of human subjects in clinical research.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Must be able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, readily adapt to changing priorities, and work effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Must demonstrate a strong commitment to accuracy and thoroughness, taking ownership of work and ensuring high-quality results.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with diverse stakeholders, including clinical staff, researchers, and management.
• Have the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain accurate records in a fast-paced environment.
• Must possess the ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex issues related to research protocols and data management, using critical thinking and available resources.

Benefits

• Pay Range Minimum: $31.02
• Pay Range Maximum: $48.54
• Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations.
• The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.