DESCRIPTION

The Contract Manager, Medicine External Funding is responsible for the review, negotiation, and execution of medical funding agreements in accordance with corporate and local procedures and guidelines in the conduct of external research, investigator initiated studies, grants, publications, etc. across multiple therapeutic areas (TA) in CDMA (Clinical Development Medical Affairs).
This role oversees contract lifecycle management, establishes quality objectives, and monitors contracting processes to meet corporate goals. The Contract Manager partners with CDMA staff and stakeholders to provide program support, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure efficient contract execution and compliance.
As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies’ success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim’s high regard for our employees.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, with at least five (5) years of experience in contract management and working with legal agreements, preferably in the areas of health care, life sciences, clinical development and/or medical affairs; Graduate level degree, professional certifications in contracts management, CPA, or JD a plus.
• Ability to think strategically and initiate strong and persuasive contractual arguments to support business policies and objectives.
• Ability to understand, identify, and explain contractual risk.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally at all levels across the enterprise and strong attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of contracting concepts, Code of Federal Regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP/GxP), ICH Guidelines, PhRMA code, regulatory compliance, and company SOPs and Local Working Instructions. Familiarity with applicable regulations, guidelines, and industry standards related to clinical research and pharmaceutical company interactions with health care providers (HCPs), including OIG, FDA, and other relevant government, industry, and organizational guidelines preferred.