This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Business Operations Associate in the United States.
This role sits at the center of clinical business operations, supporting the financial, contractual, and operational processes that enable clinical trials to run efficiently and transparently. You will act as a key internal coordinator for contracts, purchase orders, and work orders, ensuring accurate setup and ongoing management across clinical programs. The position plays an important role in supporting financial planning activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, while helping leadership make informed, data-driven decisions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as Clinical Operations, Procurement, and FP&A to maintain strong financial controls and operational consistency. This is a highly detail-oriented role that blends operations, finance, and data analysis in a fast-paced clinical research environment. It offers the opportunity to contribute directly to process efficiency and continuous improvement across global clinical programs.
Accountabilities
- Coordinate the creation, modification, and tracking of contracts, work orders, and purchase orders in collaboration with FP&A, Procurement, and Clinical Operations teams.
- Support Clinical Portfolio Management by managing contracts, PO tracking, and change orders for Functional Service Provider (FSP) engagements.
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning activities across clinical business operations.
- Generate variance analyses and financial reports to support decision-making and performance tracking.
- Develop and maintain reporting tools, including FTE tracking and financial performance dashboards.
- Contribute to scenario modeling and “what-if” analyses to support planning and resource allocation decisions.
- Support data mapping and system transition initiatives to improve reporting and operational tracking structures.
- Partner with stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial and contractual processes.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing resource planning and financial operations efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Operations, Data Science, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or CRO environments.
- Hands-on experience with clinical operations contracts, purchase orders, and budget planning processes.
- Strong understanding of clinical trial phases (Phase I–III) and related operational workflows.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis and manipulation) and PowerPoint (executive presentations).
- Experience with financial or procurement systems such as SAP, Ariba, or similar platforms.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and business acumen skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively in virtual teams.
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and proactively resolve operational issues.
- High attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and qualifications.
- Opportunity to work in a global clinical research environment supporting impactful healthcare innovations.
- Exposure to cross-functional teams across clinical operations, finance, and procurement.
- Hands-on experience with financial systems and enterprise procurement platforms.
- Strong focus on professional development and continuous learning.
- Collaborative virtual work environment with international stakeholders.
- Opportunity to contribute to process improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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