Clinical Trials Contract Analyst II

HonorHealth•Phoenix, AZ

14h

About The Position

Looking to be part of something more meaningful? At HonorHealth, you’ll be part of a team, creating a multi-dimensional care experience for our patients. You’ll have opportunities to make a difference. From our Ambassador Movement to our robust training and development programs, you can select where and how you want to make an impact. HonorHealth offers a diverse benefits portfolio for our full-time and part-time team members designed to help you and your family live your best lives. Visit honorhealth.com/benefits to learn more. Join us. Let’s go beyond expectations and transform healthcare together. HonorHealth is one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, serving a population of five million people in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. The comprehensive network encompasses six acute-care hospitals, an extensive medical group with primary, specialty and urgent care services, a cancer care network, outpatient surgery centers, clinical research, medical education, a foundation, an accountable care organization, community services and more. With nearly 17,000 team members, 3,700 affiliated providers and close to 2,000 volunteers dedicated to providing high quality care, HonorHealth strives to go beyond the expectations of a traditional healthcare system to improve the health and well-being of communities across Arizona. Learn more at HonorHealth.com. Responsibilities Job SummaryThe Clinical Trial Contract Analyst II independently negotiates a broad range of clinical trial contracts, balancing sponsor expectations with institutional requirements. This role ensures compliance with regulatory and financial standards, identifies potential risks, and proactively resolves contract issues with minimal escalation. Analysts at this level are accountable for managing their portfolio of agreements from intake through execution, collaborating with investigators, legal counsel, and business operations partners to expedite trial start-up. They serve as subject matter contributors, mentor junior staff, and support process improvement initiatives within the contracting team.Essential Functions Contract Negotiation & Execution: Independently negotiates and finalizes moderately complex clinical trial agreements.Balances sponsor requirements with institutional and regulatory standards. Risk Assessment & Resolution: Identifies and resolves common risks, including indemnification, subject injury, payment terms, and IP.Minimizes escalation by applying professional judgment and established precedents. Workflow Management: Oversees contract progress from intake through execution.Maintains accountability for timelines and proactive communication with stakeholders. Mentorship & Support: Guides junior analysts on reviewing standard agreements and identifying key risks.Shares negotiation strategies and process best practices Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partners with investigators, compliance, and sponsors to address complex contract questions.Contributes to faster trial activation through effective communication. Performs other duties as assigned. Education

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Healthcare Administration, Life Sciences, or related field. - Required
Equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered in lieu of degree - Required
2 year’s Progressively responsible experience in clinical trial contract negotiation, contract administration, or research business operations – Required

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in business administration, Healthcare, Public Health, or related discipline - Preferred
Direct experience negotiating clinical trial agreements in an academic medical center, healthcare, or research institute setting. – Preferred
Demonstrated experience collaborating with investigators, sponsors, legal counsel, and compliance. – Preferred
Certification in clinical research or contracting (e.g., CCRP, CRCP, CCRA). - Preferred

Responsibilities

Independently negotiates and finalizes moderately complex clinical trial agreements.
Balances sponsor requirements with institutional and regulatory standards.
Identifies and resolves common risks, including indemnification, subject injury, payment terms, and IP.
Minimizes escalation by applying professional judgment and established precedents.
Oversees contract progress from intake through execution.
Maintains accountability for timelines and proactive communication with stakeholders.
Guides junior analysts on reviewing standard agreements and identifying key risks.
Shares negotiation strategies and process best practices
Partners with investigators, compliance, and sponsors to address complex contract questions.
Contributes to faster trial activation through effective communication.
Performs other duties as assigned.