At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs.
Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids,* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)
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Collaborates with Clinical Outsourcing (or designee) in processing MSAs, Work Orders, Service Agreements, Consulting Agreements, CDAs, and other agreements
Ensure all contracts comply with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, EU Directive, International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines, and NBI Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies
Ensures on-time processing of all assigned contracts from initial request through execution in accordance with the project timelines
Provides contract administration support for departments within Clin Med including Clinical Operations, Clinical Development, Clin Ops, Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance, Experimental Medicine, and Analytics and Data Sciences
Maintains trackers and accurately uses internal systems (Coupa and Agiloft) across multiple projects
Serves as the primary point of contact for internal departments (e.g., legal, finance, clinical operations) and external parties (e.g., vendors, consultants) on contract matters
Participates in the development and improvement of contract management tools, templates, and processes to enhance efficiency in clinical contracting
Works collaboratively with assigned study teams in developing, implementing and ensuring NBI standard processes across clinical programs
Other duties as assigned
Bachelor's degree in relevant field and 4+ years of contracts administration or similar transactional experience in a role that requires direct interaction with vendors, providers, and internal stakeholders OR
Master's Degree in Business Administration or health care/science related field and 2+ years of contracts administration or similar transactional experience in a role that requires direct interaction with vendors, providers, and internal stakeholders
Understands Neurocrine's business objectives and develop understanding of Neurocrine's services and customers
Experience in specific functional discipline while working to acquire higher-level knowledge and skills
Interpersonal and communication skills and experience supporting multiple teams
Project management skills
Works to improve tools and processes within functional area
Comfortable with tools and processes that support work conducted by functional area
Strong computer skills with advanced knowledge in Microsoft Word and Excel communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking skills
Must be detail oriented
Ability to meet multiple deadlines across a variety of projects/programs, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency
Knowledge of Clinical Trial process, regulations and guidelines
Ability to read and interpret contracts, ensure contract language / terms meet company standards
Ability to meet multiple deadlines across a variety of projects/programs, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency
Ability to work as part of a cross functional project team
Contract administration skills, including budgeting, billing/invoicing, issue resolution, point of contact for CRO
Knowledge of clinical contract accounting and budgeting process
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and experience supporting multiple teams
Can recommend best practices in the functional discipline and familiarity with the broader underlying concepts of related business disciplines
Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.
We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.
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The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $97,000.00-$133,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 20% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.