Abbott
Job Description
About Abbott
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines.
Position Summary Working under the direction of manager or senior contract associate, provides technical assistance in developing, negotiating, reviewing, and processing clinical study and research contracts and budgets. Understands key business drivers and corporate clinical priorities; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. No supervisory responsibilities. Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience, judgment and precedents . Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies. Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations. Capable of routine negotiations with little supervision
What you’ll do
Under minimal guidance & supervision, develop & negotiate contracts, contract amendments and complex budgets with site partners within expected timelines/metrics
Proactively collaborate with external/internal partners to address & resolve contract/budget issues to meet study milestones and deadlines
Review informed consents to ensure alignment with contract/agreement and provide guidance to study teams
Anticipate potential contract/budget compliance issues and timely risk mitigation
Education and Experience Required
Associates Degree (± 13 years)
Minimum 1 year related experience
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, a related field, or equivalent. Sponsor Pharma of Biotech experience preferred. Direct knowledge of Sponsor Clinical Contracting preferred.
5 years related work experience in Clinical contract/budget or an equivalent combination of education & experience
Associate Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, a related field, or equivalent and/or Paralegal certificate.
Negotiations/Skills in redlining documents and analytical experience or equivalent. Familiarity with grant and contract requirements, policies, and procedures including, but not limited to:
Knowledge of contract law and legal terminology
Understand fundamental legal principles & terminology
Clinical and AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals.
Knowledge and understanding of GCP, ICH, GLP and other federal, state, industry rules and regulations governing technical aspects of clinical grants and contracts
Ensure all required data from studies and sites to comply with regulatory and government requirements (Sunshine Act, FWA, Human Subject Protection training, Clinical Insurance).
A demonstrated knowledge of the practices/procedures of the function, company policies, and programs.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, presentation, technical, analytical, statistical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees.
Consistently demonstrates the ability to understand and take effective approaches to varying levels of communication that would be most efficient and productive.
Be able to demonstrate and use discretion in exercising work assignments and handle sensitive/confidential information in an effective manner.
The demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable government regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks.
Demonstrated personal computer skills including a working familiarity with relevant word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel and Access). Some evaluation, originality, and/or ingenuity
What we offer
Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
Financial security
through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
Health care and well-being programs
including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
Paid time off
401(k)
retirement savings with a generous company match
The stability of a company
with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
Base pay for this position is $81,500.00 – $141,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Job Details
Job Family: Clinical Affairs / Statistics
Division: MD Medical Devices
Location: United States > Sylmar : 15900 Valley View Court
Additional Locations: United States > Maple Grove : 6820 Wedgwood Road N.
Work Shift: Standard
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Medical Surveillance: No
Significant Work Activities: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf
EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf
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Position Summary Working under the direction of manager or senior contract associate, provides technical assistance in developing, negotiating, reviewing, and processing clinical study and research contracts and budgets. Understands key business drivers and corporate clinical priorities; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. No supervisory responsibilities. Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience, judgment and precedents . Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies. Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations. Capable of routine negotiations with little supervision
What you’ll do
Under minimal guidance & supervision, develop & negotiate contracts, contract amendments and complex budgets with site partners within expected timelines/metrics
Proactively collaborate with external/internal partners to address & resolve contract/budget issues to meet study milestones and deadlines
Review informed consents to ensure alignment with contract/agreement and provide guidance to study teams
Anticipate potential contract/budget compliance issues and timely risk mitigation
Education and Experience Required
Associates Degree (± 13 years)
Minimum 1 year related experience
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, a related field, or equivalent. Sponsor Pharma of Biotech experience preferred. Direct knowledge of Sponsor Clinical Contracting preferred.
5 years related work experience in Clinical contract/budget or an equivalent combination of education & experience
Associate Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, a related field, or equivalent and/or Paralegal certificate.
Negotiations/Skills in redlining documents and analytical experience or equivalent. Familiarity with grant and contract requirements, policies, and procedures including, but not limited to:
Knowledge of contract law and legal terminology
Understand fundamental legal principles & terminology
Clinical and AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals.
Knowledge and understanding of GCP, ICH, GLP and other federal, state, industry rules and regulations governing technical aspects of clinical grants and contracts
Ensure all required data from studies and sites to comply with regulatory and government requirements (Sunshine Act, FWA, Human Subject Protection training, Clinical Insurance).
A demonstrated knowledge of the practices/procedures of the function, company policies, and programs.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, presentation, technical, analytical, statistical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees.
Consistently demonstrates the ability to understand and take effective approaches to varying levels of communication that would be most efficient and productive.
Be able to demonstrate and use discretion in exercising work assignments and handle sensitive/confidential information in an effective manner.
The demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable government regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks.
Demonstrated personal computer skills including a working familiarity with relevant word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel and Access). Some evaluation, originality, and/or ingenuity
What we offer
Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
Financial security
through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
Health care and well-being programs
including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
Paid time off
401(k)
retirement savings with a generous company match
The stability of a company
with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
Base pay for this position is $81,500.00 – $141,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Job Details
Job Family: Clinical Affairs / Statistics
Division: MD Medical Devices
Location: United States > Sylmar : 15900 Valley View Court
Additional Locations: United States > Maple Grove : 6820 Wedgwood Road N.
Work Shift: Standard
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Medical Surveillance: No
Significant Work Activities: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf
EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf
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