Medical Research Contract Lead

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About This Role

The Medical Research Contract Lead is the primary budget reviewer and contract manager for all research approved by the Biogen Medical Research Review Committee – this includes a portfolio of investigator sponsored and Biogen-sponsored phase 4 studies. Working closely with Legal, the Contract Lead is the main point of contact for teams conducting medical research globally, investigator sites, CRO staff, and Medical's Global and Affiliate Legal partners for all things related to budget and contracting from proposed budget assessments to execution of a study agreement. In addition, using the knowledge gained as contracts are completed, they work with Legal to identify areas of improvement in the contracting process, templates, and guidance. The Contract Lead also manages training on budgeting and contracting topics to all stakeholders.

What You’ll Do

Assess study budgets for fair market value alignment
Populate contract templates for investigator sponsored research and independently review and edit contracts and amendments, escalate to Legal as needed
Participate in negotiation of contract terms with sites, investigators, and institutions
Ensure that contractual terms and provisions are in compliance with corporate processes, guidelines, and policies
Develop and manage a clause library for research agreement negotiations that includes fall back language provided by Legal
Support Study teams in financial start-up activities and provide reporting on study finances
Identify improvement opportunities for templates, guidance, and process
Develop and present training on budget and contracting topics

Who You Are

You are experienced in budget oversight and contracting and passionate about helping teams solve complex studies. You see every experience as an opportunity to improve the tools and processes used to do your job. Your communication and interpersonal skills enable you to explain contracting concepts to anyone – regardless of their level of legal knowledge.

Required Skills

University degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience required
5-7 years of experience in a role with budget and contract oversight
Strong negotiation and analytical skills
Knowledge of best practices for research contracting with a strong understanding of key concepts like intellectual property and data privacy
Ability to support diverse stakeholders, strong communication and interpersonal skills
Adept at balancing multiple priorities with a clear sense of urgency
Ability to work independently to solve problems and hold others accountable for compliance
Proficient in MS Excel

Preferred Skills

Experience within the life science industry (healthcare, academic, CRO, or pharmaceutical industry)
Understanding of clinical operations / research, especially investigator-sponsored research

Job Level: Management

Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is: $136,000.00-$182,000.00

Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being ; including, but not limited to:

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

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