Clinical Operations Manager Finance, Remote

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)