<p>JOB SUMMARY</p> <p>This position, under the guidance of a Research Contract Analyst Lead, is responsible for preparation, negotiation, and execution of contractual agreements with trial sponsors on behalf of TGH while working with cross-functional departments to meet client deliverables. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with mission, vision and values of the Office of Clinical Research and Tampa General Hospital.</p> <ul> <li>Reviews draft contract documents, including Start-up Agreements, Work Orders and Change Orders, etc. from sponsor/grantor provided templates per guidance provided by the Research Contract Analyst Lead and in conjunction with relevant departments. </li><li>Facilitates the negotiation of CDAs by reviewing sponsor CDAs and negotiate within CDA review guidelines, including coordination with TGH's legal and business department to ensure timely agreements. </li><li>Drafts and edits contractual agreements based upon existing standard templates and policies </li><li>Communicates with legal counsel as needed </li><li>Directs sponsor interaction with new and established contacts per guidance provided by the Research Contract Analyst Lead. </li><li>Review sponsor contractual templates and edit as appropriate to ensure TGH's positions are covered and to highlight areas of potential concern. </li><li>Ensures contracts show all the appropriate TGH edits before sending to the sponsor. </li><li>Ensures contractual documents are processed and maintained in relevant databases. </li><li>Provides quality deliverables in accordance with strict deadlines. </li><li>Prepares contract approval timelines with all parties involved and leads follow-up efforts, as directed, to obtain contract approval. </li><li>Negotiates and releases contract language in accordance with project requirements and TGH and industry standards. </li><li>Manages dissemination and filing of contractual agreements. </li><li>Coordinates efforts, as directed, among TGH clients, suppliers and outside counsel to facilitate timely execution of agreements. </li><li>Maintains up-to-date tracking of all contracts and client correspondence and provides periodic internal updates. </li><li>Participates in the development and testing of tools and procedures </li><li>Prepares ad hoc management reports as required. </li><li>Leads or participates in client and team calls. </li><li>Participate in contract review meetings. </li><li>Full time presence in the office is required </li><li>Bachelor's degree in a related field including paralegal / legal studies and at least two (2) years' of relevant work experience. </li><li>Clinical trial contracting experience highly preferred. </li><li>Advanced legal training/coursework preferred </li><li>Contract negotiation skills </li><li>Knowledge of contract management principles. </li><li>Excellent computer skills and comprehensive knowledge of relevant software including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Outlook, database software. </li><li>Fluent in English, oral and written </li><li>Excellent writing capabilities, including the ability to write reports and business correspondence </li><li>Ability to read, analyze and interpret contractual documents and technical procedures </li><li>Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and clients </li><li>Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists </li><li>Ability to work independently and work as part of a project team </li><li>Highly organized with excellent oral and written communication skills </li><li>Analytical skills, problem-solving skills and attention to detail </li><li>Confident dealing with internal staff, and external stakeholders as required </li></ul>