Clinical Budget Analyst

General Summary
As the Clinical Budget Analyst, you will provide essential support to the Clinical Research Department for Penumbra clinical trials and act as a key liaison between the Clinical Research and Legal Departments within Penumbra.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
•    Drive the process of clinical study budget negotiations with the clinical study sites (e.g., hospitals) for multiple clinical studies. *
•    Prepare and negotiate site clinical trial budgets and budget amendments. *
•    Act as a key liaison between the Clinical Research and Legal Departments. Submit contract requests for clinical studies and investigator-sponsored studies and follow through with internal and external stakeholders to completion. *
•    Provide periodic updates to management regarding site start-up progress related to their strategic impact. Communicate potential or actual delays and propose actions to ensure that project timelines are met. *
•    Communicates regular updates to clinical project manager and other study staff.
•    Proactively identifies potential issues that may arise with budget and contract negotiations
•    Partner closely with Legal team to manage timelines and expectations for new and changing clinical studies on a regular basis. *
•    Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures. *
•    Understands relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adheres to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company. *
•    Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures. *
•    Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
*Indicates an essential function of the role
 
Position Qualifications
Minimum education and experience:
•    Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field with 5+ years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred qualifications:
•    Experience in a medical device, pharmaceutical or comparable regulated environment desirable but not essential
•    Strong organizational skills and demonstrated competence in word processing and database creation and management are critical skill sets
•    Ability to process a high volume of work and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment is essential
•    High degree of accuracy and attention to detail necessary
•    Creative problem-solving skills are highly desirable
•    Outstanding written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills are required
•    Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
•    Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize assignments while handling various projects simultaneously

Working Conditions
•    General office, laboratory, and cleanroom environments
•    May have business travel from 0% - 5%
•    Requires some lifting and moving of up to 15 pounds
•    Must be able to move between buildings and floors
•    Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day
•    Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets
•    Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed
•    Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis

 

Annual Base Salary Range:  $93,000 - $130,000   
This is the pay range for a mid-cost labor market. If hired in another region, there will be a difference in pay range. We offer a competitive compensation package plus a benefits and equity program, when applicable. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.