Posting Details Job Title Clinical Contract Specialist Department SPONSORED PROGRAMS Position Number FP639A Location Remote Job Summary The primary responsibility of the position is to review and negotiate negotiating a high volume of clinical study agreements and related agreements/documents and provide assistance to coworkers in the preparation of proposals, negotiation of agreements, and daily project administration tasks. This position is designated as a flexwork position and is subject to Flexwork Agreement terms. Maintains a broad knowledge of clinical contract and provides guidance and training to research support staff and Principal Investigators. Work includes extensive and demonstrable knowledge of appropriate regulations governing clinical grant and contract administration. Additionally, this position involves working with global partners, faculty, staff, and General Counsel during the contracting process. Position Type FullTime Type of Recruitment General Public Minimum Qualifications Education and/or training: + A Master’s degree in related field(s) of finance, research compliance, or Grant Management. Or a bachelor’s degree and related work experience equivalent to a master’s degree in the preceding field of study. Specific knowledge, skills, and abilities: + Considerable knowledge of contracting principles, compliance regulations, risk management practices, and their application to clinical research and clinical research lifecycle. + Considerable knowledge of Clinical Trial Agreements to clearly and concisely present information. + Considerable knowledge of MS- Office products such as Excel, Word, and Outlook. + Excellent computer and internet skills. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including negotiation skills + Excellent organizational and administrative skills, including superior attention to detail. + Demonstrated ability to successfully maintain positive interpersonal relationships and successfully provide quality customer service, guidance and training to others on policy & procedures. + Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects in a deadline driven environment. + Demonstrated ability to read and understand contract terms, redline agreements, and make decisions with a practical, business-minded approach to contract negotiation. + Demonstrated ability to review and understand technical, medical, and legal documents related to Clinical Trial Agreements. + Demonstrated ability to develop and assist others with planning, strategizing, mentoring, monitoring, scheduling, diplomacy, critiquing, analysis, and problem-solving. + Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality. Level and type of experience: + Considerable related experience is required in finance and sponsored program accounting, policies, and procedures. + Considerable experience with clinical study agreements and contract administration. + Considerable experience in contract negotiation and administration, preferable within higher education. Preferred Qualifications N/A Conditions of Employment Completion of Statement of Personal Economic Interests is required upon hire. Job Open Date 11/26/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Application Review Date 12/09/2024 Job Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check. Department Information Equity Statement It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Reasonable Accommodation Request If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. ODU Statement Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy. Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).