Sponsored Projects Analyst III - Morristown NJ

Responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Sponsored Projects Analyst III serves as a strategic partner to the Manager, Sponsored Projects – Preaward Clinical Trials, supporting the execution and financial oversight of clinical research initiatives. This role plays a critical part in advancing the success of clinical trials by leading cost and coverage analyses, conducting comprehensive budget reviews for industry-sponsored studies, and developing detailed Internal Cost Analysis (ICA). Additionally, the Sponsored Projects Analyst ensures accurate tracking and management of external legal counsel expenses.

• The SPA functions as a key liaison between industry partners and clinical / project teams to facilitate seamless communication and alignment. The role is accountable for the preparation, development, and negotiation of complex industry-sponsored budgets to optimize financial outcomes.
• This position reports to the Manager, Sponsored Projects – Preaward Clinical Trials.
• SPA contributes to moderately complex projects, exercising sound judgement, analytical thinking, and critical thinking skills.
• Success in this role requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment, while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Lead the negotiation of industry-sponsored clinical trial budgets, including the development and execution of budget amendments, ensuring alignment with institutional standards and sponsored expectations.
• Partner cross-functionally with internal study teams to perform comprehensive cost and coverage analyses, supporting accurate budgeting and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Preparation and maintenance of all Internal Cost Analyses (ICA), including those associated with budget amendment, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely completion.
• Coordinate with Atlantic Health Finance to obtain HUB account numbers for industry and federal clinical trials.
• Obtain External IRB Approvals.
• Prepare and initiate Final Authorization to Proceed Letters (FAPL) – ensuring inclusion of all required elements of the clinical trial agreement.
• Monitor and maintains legal costs.
• Distribute weekly CTA reports for activity pending approval.
• Communicate with industry sponsors on budgets and other outstanding items, driving timely resolution and minimizing delays.
• Backup to Manager, Sponsored Projects – Preaward Clinical Trials and SPA I as needed.
• Contribute to departmental operations through general administrative support and active participation in process improvement initiatives.
• Lead and support special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by Manager, Sponsored Projects – Preaward Clinical Trials, Sr. Manager or VP of Research.
  
  
  

Education/Experience

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Arts/Science or related field required.
• 2-5 years related experience with a strong preference for demonstrated expertise in budget development and financial analysis.
  
  
  

About Us

At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:

• Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
• Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
• Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
• Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
• Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
• Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
• CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
• Atlantic Home Care and Hospice
• Atlantic Mobile Health
• Atlantic Rehabilitation
  
  
  

We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners.

We Have Received Awards And Recognition For The Services We Have Provided To Our Patients, Team Members And Communities. Below Are Just a Few Of Our Accolades

• 100 Best Companies to Work For ® and FORTUNE® magazine for 15 years
• Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare
• 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare
• 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review
• Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP
• Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)
• One of the 100 Best Workplaces for “Millennials” Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
• One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
• Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets
• NJ Sustainable Business
  
  
  

Team Member Benefits

Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
  
  
  

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Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.

About The Team

Atlantic Health System is at the forefront of medicine, setting standards for quality health care powered by a workforce of more than 18,000 team members and 4,800 affiliated physicians dedicated to building healthier communities, the system offers more than 400 sites of care, including eight award-winning medical centers. Specializing in cardiovascular care, cancer care, orthopedics, neuroscience, pediatrics, women's health and rehabilitation medicine. Atlantic Medical Group, comprised of 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers, represents one of the largest multi-specialty practices in New Jersey and includes finance, legal, marketing, human resources, talent acquisition, ISS and more. Caring for our patients, our team members and the communities we serve is our central mission.