Job Title: Business Development Associate – Clinical Research Site Network
About the Role
We are a growing, multi-site clinical research network seeking a Budget & Contracts Associate to support study start-up activities across our sites. This role supports clinical trial budget development, contract coordination, and study financial set-up in collaboration with Clinical Operations, Finance, and Business Development teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and manage clinical trial budgets, including site cost templates and pass-through expenses - Support negotiation of budgets, payment schedules, and invoiceable milestones with Sponsors and CROs - Assist with review and tracking of Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs), amendments, and budget exhibits - Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align budgets with staffing and operational requirements - Track contract and budget status to support site activation timelines - Maintain accurate records in CTMS and internal tracking tools - Support invoice set-up and payment tracking in collaboration with Finance - Identify discrepancies between executed budgets and contract language and escalate as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or related field - 1–3 years of experience in clinical research, site start-up, budgeting, or contracts (site-side experience preferred) - Familiarity with clinical trial budgets, CTAs, and payment milestones - Strong attention to detail and organizational skills - Ability to manage multiple studies and deadlines simultaneously - Proficiency with Excel and CTMS systems
What We Offer
- Opportunity to grow within a high-performing clinical research site network - Exposure to Sponsor and CRO negotiations - Collaborative, mission-driven environment - Competitive compensation and benefits
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