Budget Analyst

WCG

. Contribute to the development of clinical trial budget builds and/or budget negotiations .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $23 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical trial budget development and negotiation, with strong analytical skills to interpret clinical trial protocols and identify relevant CPT/HCPCS codes. Proficient in Excel and possesses excellent communication abilities to effectively collaborate with trial sponsors and CROs.

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Clinical Trial Budget DevelopmentCPT/HCPCS Code IdentificationClinical Trial Protocol AnalysisExcel ProficiencyInvestigative Skills

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial BudgetingCPT CodesHCPCS CodesActivity Grid DevelopmentClinical Protocol Interpretation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsProactive ApproachInterpersonal CommunicationResults-Driven Mindset

Industry Keywords

Clinical Trial Start-Up ProcessResearch Billing GuidelinesMedicare National Coverage DeterminationHealthcare Billing Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to the development of clinical trial budget builds and/or budget negotiations
Read and analyze clinical trial protocols
Develop activity grids to identify required tests, procedures, and assessments
Use software and internal resources to identify potential CPT/HCPCS codes for applicable activity-grid items
Build comprehensive clinical trial budgets based on client pricing methodologies and internal standards
Negotiate clinical trial budgets on behalf of research institutions via email and phone with trial sponsors/CROs
Review work completed by others as part of the internal quality review process
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in related field; significant work experience in the specific field may be considered in lieu of a relevant degree
Proactive, results-driven and goal-oriented approach
Ability to learn and apply technical and scientific product-related information in a consultative manner
Excellent attention to detail and highly organized
Ability to understand clinical terms and descriptors
Strong investigative skills with ability to think “outside the box”
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Proficient with Excel
Familiarity with the clinical trial start-up process preferred but not required
Experience reading and interpreting clinical trial protocols preferred but not required
Familiarity with research billing guidelines, such as Medicare National Coverage Determination or NCD 310.1, and/or general healthcare billing processes preferred but not required
Attendance and punctuality are essential
Ability to travel 0%–5%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance programs and work/life balance tools
Referral bonuses
Tuition reimbursement
On-the-job training
Certification assistance
Continuing education support
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
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