ERG budget and contract specialists work closely with sponsors and CROs to achieve the common goal of executing study contracts. Responsibilities and capabilities include:

• Drafting investigator grants for RFPs and awarded studies based on adequate scope of work, clinical trial protocol and other clinical trial information
• Establishing Master Service Agreements (MSAs) with sponsors and CROs
• Developing and negotiating rate cards for MSAs as required
• Determining potential needs for contract amendments and managing amendment execution
• Reviewing clinical trial agreement language
• Accurately tracking and reporting all contract related documents
• Adhering to corporate and ethical guidelines
• Creating and improving processes in order to reduce cycle time and improve efficiency in the contracting process

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