Sso Contracting Specialist

The SSO Contracting Specialist is accountable for coordination, preparation, and execution of clinical study contracts (PI, site, institution, MSA, local vendors, etc.
as applicable) in close collaboration with SSO Study Start-Up Managers, SSO Clinical Project Managers and SSO Finance Specialists in compliance with Novartis processes, GCP/ICH and regulatory requirements.
About the Role Key responsibilities: Supports country SSU strategy in close collaboration with SSO Study Start-Up Team Lead and SSO Study Start-Up Managers to ensure SSU timelines and deliverables are met according to country commitments Accountable for coordination, preparation, and execution of clinical study contracts and amendments (PI, site, institution, MSA, local vendors, etc.
as applicable) in assigned projects Tracks and oversees contract status incl.
dispatch and return of contracts Negotiates financial & legal conditions, escalates issues as applicable Single point of contact for local Legal and ERC (e.g., for patient reimbursement topics) Develops and standardizes local contract templates (e.g., for EC submission if required by local regulation) and MSAs Ensures adherence to financial standards, prevailing legislation, ICH/GCP, IRB/IEC, Health Authority and SOP requirement Implements innovative and efficient processes which are in line with Novartis strategy Scientific or legal Degree At least 1 year of experience in the role Good Project Management #J-18808-Ljbffr