Sr. Contracts Manager- Clinical Site Contracting

Overview

Sr. Contracts Manager- Clinical Site Contracting

Location: US Remote

Be Part of One Team, One Purpose.

At Emmes Group , we’re shaping the future of clinical research— where human intelligence meets cutting-edge technology to drive meaningful advancements in healthcare. With over 47 years of scientific excellence , we’ve led groundbreaking research in cell and gene therapy, vaccines, infectious diseases, ophthalmology, rare diseases, and neuroscience.

Through our two business units— Emmes, a full-service CRO , and Veridix AI, our technology, data, and analytical solutions —we are modernizing clinical trials and accelerating the development of life-changing therapies.

We believe that every clinical breakthrough starts with people —people who are passionate, purpose-driven, and ready to make an impact. At Emmes Group, we bring People, Science, and Technology together to collaborate with our customers and deliver global health impact. Our culture is built on integrity, collaboration, and innovation , ensuring that every challenge is met with perseverance and accountability.

Position Purpose:

The Sr. Contracts Manager is responsible for the full lifecycle of contract management, including drafting, negotiation, execution, and compliance oversight of agreements for both Public Sector (i.e. government, nonprofit) and Biopharma Contracts. Role primarily focuses on site contracting and other site management support which are directly billable to project, supporting business development, legal, finance, procurement and operations teams to ensure contracts are aligned with corporate policies and local law; however, the role should manages all types of prime contracts, subcontracts, grants, subawards, consulting, and vendor agreements. The ideal candidate brings Contract Manager works closely with legal team, project team, project analysts and project managers. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in contracts administration, negotiation strategy, risk mitigation, and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

Negotiate with sites Nondisclosure Agreements (NDAs), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs), and any other legal document required.

Maintains up to date tracking of all activity with status of agreements and communication with sites.

Participates on client and team calls, as well as project and departmental meetings.

Perform risk assessment and assist project managers in mitigation planning in accordance with company policy by carefuling structuring of terms and proactive issue resolution.

Identify problems and communicate potential solutions / recommendations as subject matter experts (SBEs) to project managers and customers to mitigate issues to benefit the company without undo delay or disruption to project performance.

Maintain contract templates and contribute to process improvements in contract workflows.

Lead contract negotiations with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and government agencies, balancing legal risk with business objectives.

Escalate high risk or non standard terms and collaborate with legal counsel on complex issues.

Act as a key point of contact for internal departments (Legal, Finance, BD, Operations, Procurement) on contract matters.

Works directly with legal team, and other areas across the company (project leaders, subcontracts, vendors, consultants, clinical sites, principal investigators, Proposal Department, Pricing Department, Business Development Department, Finance and other department leaders), sponsors, clinical sites and principal investigators, etc.

Draft and Negotiate appropriate terms and conditions for all types of agreements (e.g., Non- Disclosure Agreements, Subcontracts, Clinical Site Agreements, Statements of Work, Task Orders and Grants), coordinating with internal management and legal counsel and business units in accordance with project requirements, client, industry standards, and Emmes strategy.

Ensure contract terms and conditions are aligned with national and international laws and regulations (i.e. FAR, DFARS, UCC, E-verify, Export Control, Data Processing and Data Importing and Exporting)

Participates in professional training internally or externally

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree preferably in Law, Business Administration, Life- Science Careers.

CRO/Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology/Clinical Trials industry environment Preferred

Experience with US academic sites negotiations. Required.

NCMA CCCM or CPCM (or equivalent) certification Preferred

5-7 years of experience in Legal, Paralegal, Contract Management, Required

Strong understanding of legal terminology and contract law (e.g. business, government, international)

Strong understanding of contract law, regulatory compliance, and risk assessment.

Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.

Previous experience with a focus on administration and negotiation of contractual documents

Good communication Skills

Ability to apply analytical reasoning in review of documents

The ability to identify system and process efficiency enhancements, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment

A high proficiency with database, spreadsheet, and word-processing software

The ability to quickly understand processes and ensure adherence to the same

Detail oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Must be able to deploy a systematic approach to work, and must have an aptitude for performing work functions in a coherent, timely and well-organized manner without the need for constant oversight

If you’re looking for a career where your work advances global health and where scientific excellence meets real-world impact , join us and be part of something bigger. One Team, One Purpose.

CONNECT WITH US! Find us on LinkedIn:/the-emmes-group/ Visit our website: https://www.theemmesgroup.com/

Negotiate with sites Nondisclosure Agreements (NDAs), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs), and any other legal document required.

Maintains up to date tracking of all activity with status of agreements and communication with sites.

Participates on client and team calls, as well as project and departmental meetings.

Perform risk assessment and assist project managers in mitigation planning in accordance with company policy by carefuling structuring of terms and proactive issue resolution.

Identify problems and communicate potential solutions / recommendations as subject matter experts (SBEs) to project managers and customers to mitigate issues to benefit the company without undo delay or disruption to project performance.

Maintain contract templates and contribute to process improvements in contract workflows.

Lead contract negotiations with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and government agencies, balancing legal risk with business objectives.

Escalate high risk or non standard terms and collaborate with legal counsel on complex issues.

Act as a key point of contact for internal departments (Legal, Finance, BD, Operations, Procurement) on contract matters.

Works directly with legal team, and other areas across the company (project leaders, subcontracts, vendors, consultants, clinical sites, principal investigators, Proposal Department, Pricing Department, Business Development Department, Finance and other department leaders), sponsors, clinical sites and principal investigators, etc.

Draft and Negotiate appropriate terms and conditions for all types of agreements (e.g., Non- Disclosure Agreements, Subcontracts, Clinical Site Agreements, Statements of Work, Task Orders and Grants), coordinating with internal management and legal counsel and business units in accordance with project requirements, client, industry standards, and Emmes strategy.

Ensure contract terms and conditions are aligned with national and international laws and regulations (i.e. FAR, DFARS, UCC, E-verify, Export Control, Data Processing and Data Importing and Exporting)

Participates in professional training internally or externally

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Bachelor's Degree preferably in Law, Business Administration, Life- Science Careers.

CRO/Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology/Clinical Trials industry environment Preferred

Experience with US academic sites negotiations. Required.

NCMA CCCM or CPCM (or equivalent) certification Preferred

5-7 years of experience in Legal, Paralegal, Contract Management, Required

Strong understanding of legal terminology and contract law (e.g. business, government, international)

Strong understanding of contract law, regulatory compliance, and risk assessment.

Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.

Previous experience with a focus on administration and negotiation of contractual documents

Good communication Skills

Ability to apply analytical reasoning in review of documents

The ability to identify system and process efficiency enhancements, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment

A high proficiency with database, spreadsheet, and word-processing software

The ability to quickly understand processes and ensure adherence to the same

Detail oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Must be able to deploy a systematic approach to work, and must have an aptitude for performing work functions in a coherent, timely and well-organized manner without the need for constant oversight

If you’re looking for a career where your work advances global health and where scientific excellence meets real-world impact , join us and be part of something bigger. One Team, One Purpose.

CONNECT WITH US! Find us on LinkedIn:/the-emmes-group/ Visit our website: https://www.theemmesgroup.com/