Clinical Contracts Specialist

Iterative Health•New York, NY

3h•$100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Iterative Health is a healthcare technology and services company powering the acceleration of clinical research to transform patient outcomes. The Iterative Health Site Network is a premier network of 70+ clinical research sites across US and Europe accelerating the path to market for gastrointestinal (GI) and hepatology novel therapies. Our focus is on driving the success and growth of our partner sites by empowering them with tech-enabled services. By combining deep expertise in clinical trials with cutting-edge AI, we empower research teams and study sponsors to expand and expedite access to novel therapeutics for patients in need. About the Role We're looking for a driven, detail-oriented Clinical Contracts Specialist to join our small but mighty Legal team. In this role, you will manage and negotiate clinical trial agreements with sponsors and biotech partners, serving as a key point of contact throughout the contract lifecycle. Through your organization, communication skills, and daily dedication, you will have a meaningful impact on the success of our clinical partnerships and, ultimately, on the patients we serve.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Legal Studies, Business, or a related field
3+ years of experience negotiating or administering clinical trial agreements, preferably within a sponsor, CRO, or healthcare technology company
Proficiency with contract lifecycle management systems (Ironclad preferred; Agiloft, Concord, or similar acceptable)
Strong understanding of clinical research processes and regulatory considerations (e.g., ICH-GCP, HIPAA)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage multiple external stakeholders
You are highly organized and adept at managing time-sensitive work streams and competing priorities
You are a team player who dives head first into accepting diverse and challenging assignments with rigor and tenacity
You have high integrity and excellent judgment

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate clinical trial agreements (CTAs), confidentiality agreements (CDAs), and related documents with sponsors and biotech partners
Serve as the primary point of contact for external parties on contract status, redlines, and execution timelines
Manage the contract lifecycle in Ironclad, including tracking pending agreements, maintaining version control, and ensuring timely follow-ups
Route finalized agreements for signature and maintain organized records of executed contracts
Collaborate with clinical, business development, and finance teams to align contract terms with operational and budgetary requirements
Identify and escalate contractual issues or non-standard terms to the Director of Legal for resolution
Drive excellence and efficiency by maintaining templates, playbooks, and standard operating procedures for clinical contracting
Support audit and compliance requests by ensuring contract documentation is complete and accessible