Lead Budget Negotiation Specialist

As an employee at Advarra, you will be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the world of clinical research and advancing human health. With our rich history in ethical review services and innovative technology solutions, we are leading the industry in breaking down barriers and accelerating trials. Your role will be crucial in developing and maintaining internal budgets for clinical trial sites, negotiating budgets with sponsors and CROs, and ensuring compliance with regulations and industry best practices. You will play a key role in the development and approval of internal budgets, redlining budgets based on coverage analyses for new studies, and capturing all necessary fees and services required for the study. Negotiating clinical trial budgets on behalf of sites, discussing budgets with study teams and sponsors, and ensuring alignment and agreement will also be part of your responsibilities. Your analytical abilities will be put to the test as you manage a diverse portfolio of clinical trial protocols, ensuring compliance with regulations and liaising between US and India teams. Training, developing, and mentoring budget analysts, overseeing team activities, and managing escalations related to budget issues will be essential for team development. You will also contribute to strategic planning, define service scaling, and act as a thought leader in the industry to promote Advarra services. Quality control, compliance, liaison between teams, and process development will be areas where your expertise will be invaluable. Additionally, participating in project teams, monitoring key performance metrics, and providing analytical insights will be part of your regular duties. To be successful in this role, you should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 5+ years of experience in clinical research budget development, negotiation skills, and familiarity with FDA and Medicare regulations. Preferred qualifications include advanced degrees, experience with clinical trial management systems, and exceptional analytical, communication, and negotiation skills. Your attention to detail, leadership capabilities, and ability to manage team escalations will be critical in ensuring the success of our clinical trials. This position is open to candidates working in a hybrid model in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. If you are looking to join a dynamic team committed to advancing clinical research and improving patient outcomes, this role at Advarra may be the perfect fit for you.,