Senior DMC Contracts Manager

Key Responsibilities

Contract Preparation & Execution

Draft, review, and coordinate DMC member agreements (e.g., confidentiality disclosure agreements, consulting agreements).

Facilitate contract negotiation in collaboration with Legal and sponsors.

Track contract status from initiation through execution.

Ensure appropriate templates and approved language are used.

Financial & Payment Coordination

Coordinate compensation terms and payment schedules for DMC members.

Partner with Finance to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and honoraria.

Track budgets related to DMC member compensation.

Maintain payment documentation and audit trails.

Compliance & Documentation

Ensure DMC member documentation is complete and up to date (CVs, financial disclosure forms, conflict-of-interest statements).

Maintain inspection-ready contract files in document management systems.

Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA, ICH) and internal SOPs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with DMC project leads to align contract timelines with study milestones.

Liaise with Legal regarding contract redlines and risk considerations.

Coordinate with sponsors on contract-related requirements.

Provide status updates and escalate delays or risks appropriately.

Process Improvement

Contribute to development and refinement of contract templates and tracking tools.

Support internal audits and quality improvement initiatives.

Identify opportunities to streamline contracting workflows.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, legal studies, life sciences, or related field preferred.

Experience

5-8 years of experience in clinical research contracting, vendor management, or legal/contract administration, with familiarity with consulting agreements and DMC committees preferred.

Experience working within a CRO or pharmaceutical environment preferred.

Skills & Competencies

Strong understanding of contract lifecycle management.

Excellent organizational and tracking skills.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to manage multiple agreements simultaneously.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with contract management systems preferred.

High discretion and understanding of confidentiality requirements.

Key Attributes

Detail-oriented and process-driven.

Strong sense of accountability.

Collaborative and solutions-focused.

Comfortable working in a compliance-heavy environment.

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