Site Contracts Specialist I – Contract Manager I

Syneos Health

Contract Manager I supporting negotiation and management of clinical trial agreements for a leading global biopharmaceutical company. Collaborating with stakeholders to enhance clinical research outcomes.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeMorrisville • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $47,000 - $79,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing Clinical Trial Agreements and site budgets while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely study start-up and activation. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for effective negotiation and contract management.

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Clinical Trial Agreements ManagementSite Budget NegotiationContract AdministrationOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office Suite Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial AgreementsContract ManagementBudget ManagementClinical ResearchContract Administration

Soft Skills

Strong Attention to DetailProblem-Solving AbilitiesExcellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationCollaborative Teamwork

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchSite ActivationStudy Start-UpStakeholder EngagementProject Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the negotiation and management of clinical trial agreements, amendments, and study budgets
Partner with internal stakeholders and investigative sites to help advance clinical research
Manage the execution of Clinical Trial Agreement Amendments (CTA AMDs) and related contract documents
Support site budget amendment negotiations within established parameters
Attend internal and external project meetings and provide updates on assigned contract negotiations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support study start-up and site activation timelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Health, Life Sciences, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Up to two (2) years of experience in clinical research, site contracts and budgets, contract administration, or a related field
Basic understanding of Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs)
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision
Company match 401k
Eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance
Flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time