Clinical research associate Jobs in Essen

Site Contract Negotiator

IQVIA cFSP

Languages needed Dutch and French

Join us on our exciting journey!

Remote / Hybrid / Office based working options.

Our Sponsor Dedicated (cFSP) team are growing, join us on our mission to drive healthcare forward! As Clinical Research Associate you will be developing the local contracting strategy and support the delivery of all required start-up contracting activities for selected sponsors, studies or multi-protocol programs as determined by the Sponsor’s requirements.

Job Overview :

Develop Coordinate the development of investigator grants and estimates, contracting strategies and proposal text to support the proposal development process.

Develop contract language, payment language and budget templates as required as applicable to the position

Utilise and maintain contracting systems, tools, processes, and training materials for selected sponsors, studies, or multi-protocol programs according to the Scope of Work and Project Plan, within the agreed project strategy.

Ensure collaboration, including communication with sponsors, stakeholders and RSU regions and countries as applicable to the position, to successfully deliver the agreed project scope in compliance with sponsor requirements and / or the RSU Management Plan.

Provide specialist legal, operational, and financial contracting support to the Study Teams, as applicable to site agreements to facilitate efficient business development and initiation and maintenance of clinical trials, whilst enabling compliance with regulatory requirements.

Contribute to the collection, interpretation, analysis, and dissemination of accurate contracting intelligence to support assigned studies and the wider company, as required.

Ensure overall contracting efficiency and adherence to project timelines and financial goals as applicable to site agreements

Report contracting performance metrics and out of scope contracting activities as required.

Work with Quality Management to ensure appropriate contract management and quality standards. Mentor and coach colleagues as required including the delivery of training materials as required.

Requirements :

• Bachelor's Degree Related field
• 3-years relevant sponsor or clinical research organization clinical site contracting experience, including demonstrable global and / or regional experience acting as a contract negotiator. Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Good negotiating and communication skills with ability to challenge.

Strong legal, financial and / or technical writing skills.

What is in it for you?

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IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. We believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible – to help our customers create a healthier world. Learn more at