Job Description Summary

As Clinical Contracts Specialist, you will support the preparation of clinical trial contracts, research contracts and other types of contracts to facilitate research and clinical trial activities. You will work with vendors, associates in the CoPat (Contracts, Payments and Transparency) group, and multiple internal stakeholders.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Works with Clinical Project Managers to develop Clinical Trial Agreements based on approved BD templates.

• Serves as "first line" negotiator with external parties regarding requested changes to proposed agreements; consults with the Law Group and Outside Counsel (as directed) to develop responses for issues not within CoPat’s negotiation guidelines.

• Assumes ownership of Agreements, manages site changes and updates which may include translations on bi-lingual templates.

• Develops required contracts for implementation: Master Service Agreements, Research Agreements, Consulting Agreements, software agreements, KOL agreements, testing agreements, and Instrument Service Agreements to support activities with consultants, contractors, vendors, KOLs, Advisory Boards, service providers, and external grant recipients.

• Facilitate the creation, negotiation and execution of clinical contracts with potential sites and other parties and ensure compliance with BD standards and expectations.

• Provide executed documents for TMF, Legal and other parties; track contract approved templates status and maintain files.

• Proactively collaborates with stakeholders to address any open contract items, including the BD Privacy office to address any GDPR contract related items.

A b out you: To be successful in this role, you possess:

• Minimum bachelor's degree or higher degree preferred with a concentration in life sciences or other relevant technical area, such as clinical trials, regulatory affairs, or legal clinical trial contracting.

• Paralegal Certification is a plus.

• Minimum 4 years experience in managing research or clinical trial contracts.

• Integrates active listening, teamwork, and a positive image in pursuit of team goals.

• Highly motivated self-starter with attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and prioritize.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

To learn more about BD visit  https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

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Primary Work Location

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

Additional Locations

USA AZ - Tempe Headquarters, USA GA - Covington BMD, USA IL - Vernon Hills, USA MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton Circle, USA TX - San Antonio

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Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.