Clinical Research Financial Analyst

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

In your pivotal role as a Financial Analyst, you will plan, develop, and coordinate the preparation of financial analyses and reports to assess the viability of long-range strategic and financial plans and programs including operational and capital budgets, financial statements, statistical reports, cost analyses, and other financial information. This position supports research operations by applying financial expertise to clinical research activities. A strong understanding of clinical research concepts, including research study visits, protocol-driven procedures, patient-care cost drivers, and regulatory milestones, is essential to creating accurate budgets, projections, and post-award analyses. You will monitor results from program, project, and research study implementation; perform complex and specialized financial assignments; coordinate cross-functional efforts; and perform primarily post-award financial activities. The Department may provide supplemental in-person training and team meetings on a periodic basis which remote workers are encouraged to attend.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) (Required)
• 2 years relevant experience (Required)
• Financial Analysis (Intermediate)
• Research Administration Knowledge (Intermediate)
• Communication of Results (Intermediate)
• Problem Solving (Intermediate)
• Project Management (Intermediate)
• Written Communication (Intermediate)

Responsibilities

• Develops projections to model the financial impact of programs, projects, and clinical research studies, including per-patient and visit-based cost analysis.
• Designs, develops, and modifies financial forecasting models that incorporate protocol requirements, visit schedules, and expected enrollment patterns.
• Accumulates and analyzes data from research, clinical operations, and financial databases to support forecasting and reporting.
• Analyzes financial data and prepares reports, summaries, and trend analyses that reflect study progress, billing activity, and sponsor reimbursement.
• Applies knowledge of study protocols, procedures, and visit schedules to ensure budgets accurately reflect operational requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees