BS Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a related field of study. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Minimum of 5 years' experience working with clinical trials and industry sponsored research projects, including experience with negotiating research and industry sponsored clinical trial agreements.
Full understanding of Material Transfer Agreements, Confidential Disclosure Agreements and Sponsored Research Agreements – their purpose, structure, terminology and best practices.
Possess effective negotiating skills – understands the negotiation process and how to obtain the best results.
Ability to analyze complex situations and identify workable solutions/alternatives
Experience with the development of project budgets and the financial analysis of active projects and projects to be closed
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel in particular).
Ability to make sound independent decisions in a timely manner
Ability to focus on a high level of detail while multi-tasking and managing simultaneous projects
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and understandable manner, both orally and in writing
Must have effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a member of a team
Ability to work well under pressure
Description of Duties:
Prepare, draft, negotiate and finalize contracts for clinical trials, including Confidentiality Agreements, Material Transfer Agreements, Master Service Agreements and Clinical Trial Agreements.
Provide guidance to investigators and their staff seeking funds from industry, and in the development of research study budgets.
Assure that intellectual property terms and conditions relating to patent and other tech transfer matters meet LA BioMed standards.
Master and seek to improve the internal contracting process.
Work in close collaboration with cross-functional teams and external vendors on contract renewals