Manager, Clinical Outsourcing.

For our client, a biopharmaceutical company focused on rare diseases, and committed to improving the lives of patients through targeted therapies, we recruit:

Manager, Clinical Outsourcing
Location: Basel
Contract: Permanent

This pivotal role offers the opportunity to significantly impact the efficiency and success of clinical trials within a dynamic and collaborative environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about optimizing clinical trial processes and working with cutting-edge technologies.

Your tasks:
You will report to the Associate Director, Clinical Outsourcing and you will:

• Manage the contracting process for clinical study vendors, including vendor selection, budget and payment term negotiation, and contract lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with the study management team to ensure contracts support quality and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Participate in vendor identification, qualification, and selection activities, including RFP preparation.
• Oversee investigator grant budget negotiation and compliance.
• Oversee assigned vendors (e.g., IRT, eCOA, Central Lab).
• Identify and assess financial and operational risks.
• Contribute to financial transparency reporting (e.g., Sunshine Act compliance).
• Support the implementation and management of program-level contracts and budgets.

Your background:

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, clinical research, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in clinical research and/or outsourcing in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven experience in vendor oversight, contract and budget negotiation, and financial management.
• Experience in site contract negotiation.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of global regulatory/industry guidelines (e.g., ICH/GCP).
• Proficiency in relevant software packages.