Analyst III - Clinical Trials Budget

HonorHealth • Scottsdale, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Trial Budget Analyst III serves as a subject matter expert in developing and negotiating complex, multi-arm, and high-acuity clinical trial budgets. The role provides advanced financial and compliance expertise to ensure alignment with institutional objectives, regulatory requirements, and sponsor expectations. The Analyst III leads high-level negotiations with sponsors and CROs, advises investigators and senior leadership on financial feasibility, and resolves escalated issues. The position oversees complex portfolios, mentors and trains team members, contributes to strategic initiatives, and supports operational excellence in clinical research business operations.

The position is based at the Shea Medical Office Building in Scottsdale, Arizona, and works Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, healthcare administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in clinical research budgeting, contracting, or financial management.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or a related field.
• Expertise with complex or multi-arm clinical trial budgets, sponsor negotiations, and institutional financial compliance.
• Prior mentorship or leadership experience.
• Advanced certification such as ACRP-CP, SOCRA CCRP, Certified Research Administrator (CRA), or an equivalent professional designation.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and negotiation of complex or multi-arm clinical trial budgets.
• Secure favorable terms with sponsors, CROs, and vendors.
• Advise investigators and leadership on financial feasibility and risk.
• Resolve escalated or high-impact budget issues.
• Mentor and train analysts across all levels.
• Provide quality oversight and ensure consistency.
• Drive process improvements aligned with institutional goals.
• Support strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior