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Clinical Contract Associatepositionwith Sylmar, CA, Santa Clara, CA, Plano, TXor Maple Grove, MN as preferred location. This is an in-office position Position Summary Working under the direction of ...

Clinical Contract Associatepositionwith Sylmar, CA, Santa Clara, CA, Plano, TXor Maple Grove, MN as preferred location. This is an in-office position Position Summary Working under the direction of ...

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Manager, Contract and Budget (31797)

Austin, TX · On-site

$88K - $118K/yr

The Contract & Budget Manager is responsible for the development, negotiation, and management of clinical trial budgets, sponsor contracts, and vendor agreements across a multi-site research network.

Senior Contract Specialist

Irving, TX · On-site

$91K/yr

Job Summary Our clinical operations activities are growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking a full-time, Experienced Contract Specialist to join our Clinical Operations team in Dallas, TX. This ...

Senior Contract Specialist

Irving, TX · On-site

$91K/yr

Job Summary Our clinical operations activities are growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking a full-time, Experienced Contract Specialist to join our Clinical Operations team in Dallas, TX. This ...

Experienced Contract Manager

Irving, TX · On-site

$82K - $110K/yr

End-to-end management of the clinical trial agreement (CTA) process for global, multi-site clinical ... Contract and budget negotiation experience; * 3+ years of management or oversight experience;

Experienced Contract Manager

Irving, TX · On-site

$82K - $110K/yr

End-to-end management of the clinical trial agreement (CTA) process for global, multi-site clinical ... Contract and budget negotiation experience; * 3+ years of management or oversight experience;

The Contract Attorney supports the company's legal and contractual operations by assisting with drafting, reviewing, editing, formatting, and tracking agreements related to clinical trials, vendors ...

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Contract Clinical information

What is a contract clinical professional?

Contract Clinical professionals are healthcare workers, such as clinical research associates, nurses, or medical staff, who are hired on a temporary or project-based contract rather than as permanent employees. They often work for pharmaceutical companies, research organizations, or hospitals to support clinical trials, patient care, or specialized medical projects. These roles allow organizations to access specialized expertise or scale up staffing for specific projects without long-term commitments. Contract Clinical professionals benefit from flexibility and exposure to a variety of clinical environments and projects. This arrangement is common in the fast-paced and project-driven healthcare and life sciences industries.

What are some common challenges faced by contract clinical professionals, and how can they be managed?

Contract Clinical professionals often navigate varying protocols and expectations across different organizations, which can be challenging when adapting quickly to new teams or study requirements. Balancing multiple projects or sites and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards are also frequent hurdles. Effective communication, continuous learning, and strong organizational skills are crucial for managing these challenges, as is building rapport with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth study operations.

What is the difference between Contract Clinical vs Contract Medical Writer?

AspectContract ClinicalContract Medical Writer
Required CredentialsLife sciences degree, clinical research certificationsMedical or life sciences degree, writing certifications
Work EnvironmentClinical trial sites, research organizationsPharmaceutical companies, CROs, medical communication agencies
Industry UsageClinical research, trial managementRegulatory documents, scientific publications

Contract Clinical roles focus on managing and overseeing clinical trials, requiring knowledge of research protocols and patient safety. Contract Medical Writers specialize in creating scientific and regulatory documents, emphasizing writing skills and medical knowledge. Both roles are essential in the healthcare industry but serve different functions within the clinical research process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract clinical professional?

To thrive as a Contract Clinical professional, you need a strong background in clinical research, regulatory compliance, and a relevant healthcare or life sciences degree. Familiarity with electronic data capture (EDC) systems, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and often certifications like CCRA or CCRP are typical requirements. Strong organizational skills, adaptability, and effective stakeholder communication are essential soft skills for success in this role. These qualifications ensure accurate study execution, regulatory adherence, and productive collaboration across project teams.
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Clinical Contracts Associate II

Abbott

Plano, TX

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Abbott rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 136 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

160th of 536 rated manufacturers


Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices,nutritionalsand branded generic medicines.

For years, Abbott's medical device businesses have offered technologies that are faster, more effective, and less invasive. Whetherit'sglucose monitoring systems, innovative therapies for treating heart disease, or products that help people with chronic pain or movement disorders, our medical device technologies are designed to help people live their lives better and healthier. Every day, our technologies help more than10,000 peoplehave healthier hearts, improve quality of life for thousands of people living with chronic pain and movement disorders, and liberate more than500,000 peoplewith diabetes from routinengersticks.

We currently have a USoffice basedopening for aSr.Clinical Contract Associatepositionwith Sylmar, CA, Santa Clara, CA, Plano, TXor Maple Grove, MN as preferred location.This is an in-office position

Position Summary

Working under the direction of manager, provides technicalassistancein developing, negotiating, reviewing, and processing clinical study and research contracts and budgets. Understands key business drivers and corporate clinical priorities; uses this understanding toaccomplishownwork. No supervisory responsibilities.Solvesproblems in straightforward situations;analyzespossible solutionsusing technical experience,judgmentandprecedents.Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies. Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations. Capable of routine negotiations with little supervision

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Under minimal guidance & supervision, develop & negotiate contracts, contractamendmentsand complex budgets with site partners within expected timelines/metrics

  • Servesas a Business Unit champion/core team member/single point of contact for all study contract & budget related activities throughout the studylife cycle

  • Proactively collaborate with external/internal partners to address & resolve contract/budget issues to meet study milestones and deadlines

  • Review informed consents to ensure alignment with contract/agreement and provide guidance to study teams

  • Anticipate potential contract/budget compliance issues andtimelyrisk mitigation

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required

  • BachelorsDegree ( 16 years) In Engineering, Biological Sciences, Nursing, or a related field strongly preferred OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience

  • MastersDegree ( 18 years) In a relevant discipline/concentration.

  • Minimum 5yearsIna clinical research environment or other equivalent experience preferred. Knowledge of regulations and standards (Good Clinical Practices) for conducting clinical research.

  • Ability to travel domesticallyas needed

  • Polished communicator: written documentation and oral presentations/discussions/meetings

  • Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.

  • Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.

  • Ability toleverageand/or engage othersto accomplishprojects.

  • Strong verbal and written communications withabilityto effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.

  • Multitasks,prioritizesand meets deadlines intimelymanner.

  • Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail

  • Experience and training on GCP Preferred: Working knowledge of imaging modalities, including x-ray,fluoroscopyand MRI Experience with GCP, ISO standards, and clinical trial guidelines

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration,a relatedfield, or equivalent.

Sponsor Pharma or Biotech experience preferred. Direct knowledge of Sponsor Clinical

Contracting preferredwith direct experience innegotiating contract language & complex budgets

BudgetDevelopmentexperience

Advanced Excel experience

Experience withPower BIwould be preferred

WHAT WE OFFER

At Abbott, you can havea good jobthat can grow intoa great career. We offer:

  • Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuitionassistance

  • Financial securitythrough competitive compensation,incentivesand retirement plans

  • Health care and well-being programsincluding medical, dental, vision,wellnessand occupational health programs

  • Paid time off

  • 401(k)retirement savings with a generous company match

  • The stability of a companywith a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

The base pay for this position is

$61,300.00 - $122,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:Clinical Affairs / StatisticsDIVISION:MD Medical DevicesLOCATION:United States > Texas > Plano : 6600 PinecrestADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:United States > Maple Grove : 6820 Wedgwood Road N., United States > Santa Clara : Building B - SC, United States > Sylmar : 15900 Valley View CourtWORK SHIFT:StandardTRAVEL:NoMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:NoSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

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