Sponsored Projects Analyst III - Morristown NJ

Atlantic Health System•Morristown, NJ

About The Position

The Sponsored Projects Analyst III serves as a strategic partner to the Manager, Sponsored Projects – Preaward Clinical Trials, supporting the execution and financial oversight of clinical research initiatives. This role plays a critical part in advancing the success of clinical trials by leading cost and coverage analyses, conducting comprehensive budget reviews for industry-sponsored studies, and developing detailed Internal Cost Analysis (ICA). Additionally, the Sponsored Projects Analyst ensures accurate tracking and management of external legal counsel expenses. The SPA functions as a key liaison between industry partners and clinical / project teams to facilitate seamless communication and alignment. The role is accountable for the preparation, development, and negotiation of complex industry-sponsored budgets to optimize financial outcomes. This position reports to the Manager, Sponsored Projects – Preaward Clinical Trials. SPA contributes to moderately complex projects, exercising sound judgement, analytical thinking, and critical thinking skills. Success in this role requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment, while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

Lead the negotiation of industry-sponsored clinical trial budgets, including the development and execution of budget amendments, ensuring alignment with institutional standards and sponsored expectations.
Partner cross-functionally with internal study teams to perform comprehensive cost and coverage analyses, supporting accurate budgeting and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Preparation and maintenance of all Internal Cost Analyses (ICA), including those associated with budget amendment, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely completion.
Coordinate with Atlantic Health Finance to obtain HUB account numbers for industry and federal clinical trials.
Obtain External IRB Approvals.
Prepare and initiate Final Authorization to Proceed Letters (FAPL) – ensuring inclusion of all required elements of the clinical trial agreement.
Monitor and maintains legal costs.
Distribute weekly CTA reports for activity pending approval.
Communicate with industry sponsors on budgets and other outstanding items, driving timely resolution and minimizing delays.
Backup to Manager, Sponsored Projects – Preaward Clinical Trials and SPA I as needed.
Contribute to departmental operations through general administrative support and active participation in process improvement initiatives.
Lead and support special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by Manager, Sponsored Projects – Preaward Clinical Trials, Sr. Manager or VP of Research.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
Life & AD&D Insurance.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
PTO & Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
Backup and On-Site Childcare
Well-Being Rewards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance