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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a detail-oriented Pharmaceutical Contract Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing contracts related to pharmaceutical products, services, and partnerships. You will work closely with legal, procurement, regulatory, and business development teams to ensure all agreements comply with industry regulations and company policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of pharmaceutical industry standards, contract law, and regulatory requirements such as FDA, EMA, and other relevant authorities. You will be expected to identify and mitigate risks, maintain accurate contract records, and provide guidance to internal stakeholders throughout the contract lifecycle. This position requires excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Experience with contract management software and a background in pharmaceuticals or life sciences is highly desirable. Your contributions will play a critical role in supporting the company’s growth, ensuring compliance, and fostering successful business relationships with external partners and vendors.
Responsibilities
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- Ensure all contracts comply with regulatory and company standards
- Collaborate with legal, procurement, and business development teams
- Identify and mitigate contractual risks
- Maintain accurate and organized contract records
- Provide contract guidance and support to internal stakeholders
- Monitor contract performance and deadlines
- Assist in resolving contract disputes or issues
- Stay updated on industry regulations and best practices
- Support audits and regulatory inspections related to contracts
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in law, business, life sciences, or related field
- Experience in contract management within the pharmaceutical industry
- Strong knowledge of contract law and regulatory requirements
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple contracts and deadlines
- Proficiency with contract management software
- Familiarity with FDA, EMA, and other regulatory bodies
- Problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with pharmaceutical contracts?
- How do you ensure compliance with industry regulations?
- Describe a challenging contract negotiation you managed.
- What contract management software have you used?
- How do you prioritize multiple contract deadlines?
- Can you provide an example of mitigating contractual risk?
- How do you stay updated on regulatory changes?
- What steps do you take to resolve contract disputes?
- Describe your experience working with cross-functional teams.
- Why are you interested in this role?
