PHRI is seeking a Contracts Specialist (temporary, full-time) to join our Contracts Team.
As a Contracts Specialist you will:
- Provide contract negotiation and support for all research and business activities at PHRI. Work is assigned to member of the Contracts Team based on complexity and expertise.
- Manage and process a high volume of complex research contracts with global partners in over 100 countries, e.g. clinical trial agreements, service contracts, licensing, research collaboration, data usage and funding agreements.
- Review, draft, analyze and negotiate contract terms with academic institutions, healthcare organizations, industry partners, funding organizations and other entities. In consultation with the Legal Counsel & Director of Contracts, provide guidance on legal obligations and potential risk exposure to researchers and study team staff.
- Work independently and collaboratively within a busy client-centered environment, seeking direction from Legal Counsel & Director of Contracts where necessary, and receiving input from client groups
- Participate in the development of negotiations strategies, review tools and policies for contract lifecycle management
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Include:
- Possess 2-3 years clinical research contracts experience and a law degree, or an undergraduate degree with at least 2-3 years previous experience in understanding, interpreting, negotiating and drafting agreements, and strong knowledge of contract clauses and legal, compliance, clinical research, and risk assessment concepts
- Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, including superior English language (reading, writing and oral) communication skills and attention to detail
- Experience in or in-depth exposure to academic research, university, hospital and/or clinical trial research environment
- Ability to manage and prioritize many projects simultaneously; to efficiently communicate, write, edit, research, analyze, negotiate and problem solve; and to effectively interpret contract clauses and clarify associated risks for clients Proficient in examining details without losing sight of the overall objectives of the internal and external stakeholders
- Diplomacy, flexibility and solid interpersonal skills to interact with diverse personalities in a fast-paced and demanding work environment, with the ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team
- FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Employee Health Services.
This is a Hamilton Health Sciences temporary full-time posting: 37.5 hours/week Monday through Friday, based in Hamilton, Ontario.
For more information - and to apply - go to: Job Number 120312
Deadline for applications: September 9, 2025, 11:59:00 PM.
