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Clinical Trial Contracts & Budget Lead, Remote

Merck

Merck seeks a Clinical Trial Contracts & Budget Lead to manage contract preparation, negotiation, and budget analysis for clinical research protocols across assigned countries. The role ensures compliance with ICH/GCP standards and company policies while coordinating with internal teams and investigational sites.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, analyze, negotiate, and execute clinical trial agreements and budgets including CTRAs, MCTRAs, and associated documents
  • Maintain contract databases and files following naming conventions and perform quality control checks before execution
  • Coordinate with Clinical Research Managers, CTCs, CRAs, and regulatory teams to meet site-ready deliverables and timelines
  • Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and liaise with payment coordinators and finance teams on approvals and amendments
  • Lead initiatives and projects while mentoring COM team members and serving as subject matter expert on processes and best practices

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher
  • 3+ years negotiating contracts or budgets
  • Expertise in clinical trial compliance and ICH GCP guidelines
  • Strong negotiation and influencing skills
  • Proficiency in clinical site management and project management
  • Juris Doctor degree (preferred)
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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