• Clinical Contracts Specialist

    Actalent (Syracuse, NY)


    Clinical Contracts Specialist

    Job Description

    The Clinical Contracts Specialist focuses on negotiating contracts and budgets for cancer research studies. The role involves working closely with sponsors and internal teams to ensure agreements are clear, fair, and compliant with all necessary regulations. Additionally, the specialist plays a key role in improving contract processes and supporting staff training.

    Responsibilities

    + Serve as the primary point of contact for the review, preparation, processing, and negotiation of Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs), with a focus on cancer center activities.

    + Review and negotiate CTAs and budgets with sponsors, CROs, and research departments.

    + Ensure compliance with institutional policies, federal regulations, and sponsor requirements.

    + Collaborate with legal, hospital finance, and clinical operations teams to resolve contract issues and discrepancies.

    + Develop and maintain contract templates and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

    + Track contract status and timelines to ensure timely execution.

    Required Skills & Experience

    + Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Law, Healthcare, Science).

    + At least 3 years of experience in clinical research contract review and negotiation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

    + Oncology Research Experience STRONGLY preferred

    + Strong knowledge of FDA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, and clinical trial budgeting.

    + Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $38.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Syracuse,NY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.