Senior Contract Specialist

Job Description

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

What You'll Do

Reporting directly to the Director of Research & Grant Administration and working closely the Manager of Clinical Research. The Senior Contract Specialist will administer agreements (such as clinical trials, research services, and confidentiality agreements) from inception through termination, which includes, but is not limited to, negotiation, providing consultation & advice, which will best meet the needs of the research community at Bassett Healthcare Network. One of the main objectives of this position is to have the necessary skill set to support the contracting processes.

The Senior Contract Specialist assists investigators and academic/research staff in developing clinicaltrials at Bassett and provides administrative resources and infrastructure to build and sustain clinical trials and all research at Bassett including processing and monitoring invoicing and billing for subawards. Additional responsibilities include supporting the Director and the Office of Grants Management with oversight and compliance with regulatory agencies including tracking MWBE requirements for state Grants. The successful candidate will work with Sponsors in negotiating contracts for clinical trials in accordance with all applicable regulatory and legal requirements and institutional policies and procedures.

• Collaborate with the Director, Research & Grant Administration, Manager Clinical Research and Research Principal Investigators to meet the institutional needs regarding clinical trial and other grant funded contract negotiations and execution. The role of the Contract Specialist includes being skilled and qualified to negotiate and develop contracts using knowledge of applicable Institutional policies and procedures, as well as various laws, statutes, guidelines and requirements.
• Liaise with internal departments such as Research Administration, Institutional Review Boards (IRB), Purchasing, Legal and the Office of Grants Management.
• Negotiate Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs) with sponsors and subaward sites, ensuring alignment with budgetary considerations and institutional policies and procedures.
• Assist the Director in the development and implementation of policies and procedures that ensure Clinical Trial Agreements comply with applicable federal and state regulations, including those promulgated from PCORI, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, NIH, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and the Joint Commission.
• Draft, negotiate, and distribute subcontracts on behalf of the research community.
• Prepare agreements for execution in accordance with institutional policies and procedures.
• In conjunction with Manager Clinical Research, Director Research & Grant Administration and Director Grant Accounting prepares, tracks and submits subaward invoices and vouchers.
• Maintain and update activity databases and workflow trackers.
• Collaborate with pre-award, post-award, and regulatory colleagues within the Research Institute to provide seamless support to the research community.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Principal Investigators and study teams regarding the status of contract negotiations.
• Supports the Office of Grants Management in oversight and management of regulatory requirements including NYS MWBE preparation and tracking.
• Performs related duties & responsibilities as assigned/requested.
  
  

Education

What we need from you

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree with at least 3 years of experience in a related field
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of 3 year’s experience in contract negotiation and administration, with a solid understanding of contracting principles, risk management, and their application to clinical research and clinical research lifecycle, required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, with prior project management experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Strong computer skills.
  
  

Skills

• Computer Skills
• Interacting with People
• Communication
• Project Management/Planning
• Public Speaking
• Interacting with People
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 lbs of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking or standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
  
  

Travel

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis.
  
  

Total Rewards

Benefits

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match
• And more!
  
  

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Range

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum

USD $74,953.23/Yr.

Pay Range Maximum

USD $112,429.85/Yr.

We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.