Contract Associate

At Clario, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, we develop regulated technology that helps unlock better evidence and improve patient outcomes worldwide. Our software platforms support clinical trials, diagnostics, and medical decision-making in highly controlled regulatory environments.

As a Contract Associate, you will support Clario’s commercial contracting processes, including contracting questions, reviews, and edits. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and external clients to help ensure mutually agreeable contracts are negotiated and executed, while supporting accurate and efficient contract workflows throughout the contract lifecycle. If you are looking to grow your commercial contracting experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation

• Health, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off and company holidays

• Wellness programs and Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible/remote work options (role-dependent)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Review core agreements in conjunction with contracting standards, including Nondisclosure Agreements (NDAs), Work Orders (WOs), Change Orders (COs), and other agreements; provide guidance and options to appropriate leaders when terms and conditions fall outside established standards or acceptable risk parameters.

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including Sales, Project Management, and Operations, on specifications required for drafting agreements, and support Business Development with client inquiries on contract-related matters as assigned.

• Manage assigned contract workflows through the contract lifecycle, ensuring required internal approvals are received and tracking, managing, and completing assigned tasks.

• Maintain accurate contract data in the CRM/central database to support reporting of booked business, backlog, and forecast information across Finance, Sales, Operations, Project Management, and relevant integrated business systems.

• Maintain organized contract files to facilitate final quality control, activation, filing, e-signature uploads, and document retention, and assist with client or regulatory agency audits as assigned.

• Support more senior team members with negotiating and redlining Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Data Processor Agreements (DPAs), and other complex agreements; participate in team and interdepartmental meetings and projects, assist with training new staff, and provide additional support or special-project assistance as defined by team management.

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s degree or company-specific or proven related experience in contracting; a combination of experience and education will be taken into consideration.

• 0–3+ years of commercial contracting or related experience, with an understanding of concepts, practices, and procedures in commercial contracting; experience working with complex and/or non-standard agreements is preferred.

• Pharmaceutical and/or CRO experience is a significant plus.

• Experience working in a fast-paced, multitasking environment, with the ability to work independently and under pressure.

• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and professional interpersonal, telephone, and client interaction skills, with the ability to work effectively both as part of a team and as an individual contributor.

• Ability to work remotely within the United States.

At Clario, our purpose is to transform lives by unlocking better evidence. It’s a cause that unites and inspires us. It’s why we come to work—and how we empower our people to make a positive impact every day. Whether you're advancing clinical science, building innovative technology, or supporting our global teams, your work helps bring life-changing therapies to patients faster.
 

Clario is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability.