Research Agreements Manager

Research Agreements Manager

We are seeking a dedicated Research Agreements Manager to oversee and mentor our research agreements personnel. This role involves ensuring contract drafting aligns with organizational policies and serving as a subject matter expert in utilizing the Huron Research Suite Agreements module. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of the operational requirements for developing, reviewing, and executing sponsored contracts and related agreements.

• Supervise, oversee, train, and mentor research agreements personnel.
• Ensure contract drafting adheres to organizational policy.
• Serve as a lead and expert in the Huron Research Suite Agreements module.
• Collaborate with Research leadership, SPA, Research Finance, and other departments.
• Promote the review and improvement of administrative procedures governing research contracts.
• Coordinate training, coaching, and mentoring of Research Agreements staff to ensure professional growth.
• Participate in research system and process improvement projects.
• Manage research contracts, grants, and agreements using the Huron Research Suite.

• 4–5 years of experience in research administration.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Proficiency in Huron Research Suites.
• Experience in clinical trials, clinical research, vendor management, and clinical operations.
• Site contracts, reporting, and regulatory expertise.

This is a Permanent position based out of Wilmington, DE.

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 24, 2026.

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