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Senior Clinical Trials Specialist

  • Syracuse
  • Management & Professional
  • Science and Medical Research
  • Full-time
  • Opening on: Aug 5 2026
  • Research Administration
  • Research Foundation
  • Sponsored Programs Assistant II, E02
  • 90344
  • N/A
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Job Summary:

The Senior Clinical Trials Contract Specialist will be the point of contact for review, preparation, processing, and negotiation of Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs), including budgets. Additional duties include but are not limited to: review and negotiate CTAs and budgets with sponsors, CROs, and research departments, ensure compliance with institutional policies, federal regulations, and sponsor requirements, collaborate with legal, hospital finance, and clinical operations teams to resolve contract issues and discrepancies. Develop and maintain contract templates and standard operating procedures (SOPs), track contract status and timelines to ensure timely execution, provide guidance and training to research staff on contract and budget-related matters, assist in the development of study budgets and financial plans and maintain accurate records of contract negotiations and final agreements.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Law, Healthcare, Science) and at least 1 year of experience in clinical research contract review and negotiation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in a related field. Certification (e.g., ACRP, SOCRA) or willingness to obtain.

Work Days:

Monday - Friday; 8:30am - 4:30pm

Message to Applicants:

Salary range:$70,000-$80,000

Recruitment Office: Human Resources

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.

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