Site Contracts Specialist

Emerald Clinical

. Prepare, review, negotiate, and manage clinical trial agreements, amendments, and associated contract documentation .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical trial agreement preparation, negotiation, and management, alongside strong budget management skills within regulatory frameworks. Proficient in stakeholder communication and contract compliance, ensuring timely execution of study milestones.

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Clinical Trial Agreement ManagementSite Budget ManagementICH-GCP Guidelines KnowledgeContract Management Systems ProficiencyStakeholder Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract NegotiationBudget ManagementRegulatory ComplianceContractual Document ReviewStudy Start-Up ActivitiesSite Activation RequirementsFinancial Documentation InterpretationProject CoordinationQuality Initiative SupportProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationStrong Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsProactive MindsetSolutions-Focused Approach

Tools & Technologies

Contract Management SystemsCTMS PlatformsMicrosoft Office Applications

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchCROPharmaceuticalStudy LifecycleCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare, review, negotiate, and manage clinical trial agreements, amendments, and associated contract documentation
Develop, negotiate, and manage site budgets within approved sponsor parameters
Liaise with sponsors, investigative sites, legal teams, and internal stakeholders on contract and budget activities
Ensure contracts and budgets are executed within study timelines and project milestones
Maintain contract management systems, trackers, templates, and documentation
Review contractual documents for accuracy, completeness, regulatory alignment, sponsor requirements, and company policy compliance
Monitor contract status and resolve negotiation roadblocks
Support site payment activities and coordinate accurate, timely invoicing
Assist with country and site start-up activities, document collection, and study maintenance
File and maintain contract-related documentation throughout the study lifecycle
Participate in project meetings and report contract and budget progress
Support quality initiatives, audits, inspections, and process improvement activities
Contribute to development of systems, tools, and best practices for contract and budget management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in a scientific, healthcare, legal, business, or related discipline
Previous experience within a CRO, pharmaceutical company, or clinical research environment
Proven experience in site contract negotiation and budget management for clinical trials
Strong understanding of clinical research processes, study start-up activities, and site activation requirements
Working knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and applicable regulatory requirements
Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to review and interpret contractual, legal, financial, and operational documentation
Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational and project coordination skills
Experience working across multiple countries and cultures is highly desirable
Comfortable working with contract management systems, CTMS platforms, and Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams
Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with skills and experience
Remote or hybrid working options dependent on location and business requirements
Access to learning opportunities, mentorship, and global career pathways
Employee wellbeing initiatives supporting work-life balance, health, and engagement
Work on international studies across diverse therapeutic areas
Supportive collaborative culture
Purpose-driven work contributing to clinical trials that improve lives globally
Global exposure to leading sponsors and multiple regions