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Senior Contract Manager

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Remote · United StatesFull Time

Senior Contract Manager at Lifelancer is a full time role based in Remote · United States (remote). It was published on 31 July 2026 and was open at last check.

Senior Contract Manager at Lifelancer — key details
RoleSenior Contract Manager
CompanyLifelancer
LocationRemote · United States (remote)
Employment typeFull Time
Published31 July 2026
StatusOpen at last check

Job Title: Senior Contract Manager (Remote)

Job Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job Location Type: Remote

Job Contract Type: Full-time

Job Seniority Level:

We are growing rapidly, and currently seeking a full-time, office or remote-based Site Contract Manager to join our Clinical Operations team (CRO experience required for remote-based). This position will work on a team to accomplish tasks and projects that are instrumental to the company’s success. If you want an exciting career where you use your previous expertise and can develop and grow your career even further, then this is the opportunity for you!

  • End-to-end management of the clinical trial agreement (CTA) process for global, multi-site clinical trials
  • Develop the study-specific CTA strategy with the Sponsor and internal stakeholders
  • Develop country-specific CTA templates
  • Negotiate CTAs and the corresponding budget directly with sites
  • Present progress to internal and external stakeholders ensuring deliverables are met within agreed upon timelines.
  • Bachelor’s degree (required) in relevant legal or business field;
  • 8+ years of direct Clinical CRO experience required;
  • Site contract and budget negotiation experience required;
  • 4+ years of management or oversight experience required;
  • Ability to effectively influence others;
  • Exceptionally strong communication skills; and
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Travel: minimal

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.

People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.

The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.

Cincinnati Perks

  • Cincinnati Campus Overview
  • Flexible work environment
  • Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
  • Employee health and wellness initiatives
  • Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
  • Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
  • Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center
  • Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
  • Discounted tuition for UC online programs

Awards

  • Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer
  • Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
  • Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility

What to Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.

  • End-to-end management of the clinical trial agreement (CTA) process for global, multi-site clinical trials
  • Develop the study-specific CTA strategy with the Sponsor and internal stakeholders
  • Develop country-specific CTA templates
  • Negotiate CTAs and the corresponding budget directly with sites
  • Present progress to internal and external stakeholders ensuring deliverables are met within agreed upon timelines.
  • Bachelor’s degree (required) in relevant legal or business field;
  • 8+ years of direct Clinical CRO experience required;
  • Site contract and budget negotiation experience required;
  • 4+ years of management or oversight experience required;
  • Ability to effectively influence others;
  • Exceptionally strong communication skills; and
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Travel: minimal

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