The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Clinical Contracts Associate - I* in Foster City, CA\ Hybrid.

Role Description

The candidate should have a deep understanding of vendor capability assessments, sourcing, contracting, procurement, category management, and inspection readiness activities as they will be leading and/or supporting those cross-functional efforts. The candidate should also have an understanding of various clinical trial activities such as clinical monitoring, data management, Real World Data/Evidence (RWD/RWE), biostatistics, medical writing, Ph 1 CRU, central lab, biomarker lab, bioanalytical lab, RTSM, eCOA, medical imaging, safety, e-informed consent, mobile HCP services, telemedicine and wearables/sensors.

Daily activities will include, but are not limited to, conducting Request for Information (RFI), Data Privacy and Security IT Assessments, Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Due Diligence, Vendor Subcontractor Process Management, Financial Health Assessments, Inspection Readiness Preparation Activities, Data Analyses and Benchmarking to Provide Data Informed Insights into Strategies and Continuous Improvement Initiatives, Presentations, and Trainings.

The candidate should have executive presence, excellent communication skills, project management & critical thinking skills; and is comfortable interacting with internal stakeholders and external vendors. The Vendor Qualification Associate I will be regularly partnering with team members such as R&D Quality & Compliance, clinical operations, finance, legal, business conduct, vendor relationship management, payments, and vendors.

The Vendor Qualification Associate I is expected to complete tasks and projects under minimal supervision and has the ability to manage competing priorities effectively and proficiently.
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of Good Clinical Practice “GCP”, Good Pharmacovigilance
Practices “GVP”, Good Laboratory Practice “GLP”, Good Documentation Practice “GDP” and ICH E6 R2 compliance requirements.

Demonstrates a thorough understanding of current global and regional trends in compliance. Candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry; and, has a BS or BA. (1) PMP certification or equivalent certification, (2) Candidates can be current or former project managers & (3) Project management experience in Pharmaceutical or Healthcare industries.

Skills & Requirements

• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Attention to detail and proactive management of quality findings will be integral to the team’s success
• Strong project management, organization, and critical thinking skills
• Comfortable interacting with internal stakeholders and external vendors
• Executive presence
• Required Years of Experience: 3-5 years

Top 3 Required Skill Sets: 1) R&D Clinical Procurement Experience (2) Candidates can be current or former project managers & (3) Deep understanding of Quality and Compliance across Pharmaceutical or Healthcare industries and Excel

Top 3 Nice to Have Skill Sets: Vendor Outsourcing, Subcontractor Management, Vendor Contracting and System skills ( Veeva, RDMS,TMF etc.)
Unique Selling Point of this role: Growth Mindset, Proactive Leader to drive initiatives, Strong written and Verbal Communication skills, Passionate, and Able to thrive in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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