Cincinnati Children's
Contract Management Specialist I
Cincinnati Children's, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
Job Responsibilities
Professional Development – Developing professional expertise. Applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
Customer Service – Effectively identify, prioritize and communicate with leadership and stakeholders. Demonstrate clear, diplomatic, effective oral and written communication skills to clients. Exhibit initiative, effort, resourcefulness and professional demeanor when providing detailed contract, budget, development, negotiation or management assistance, as required. Develop and strengthen relationships with other departments. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff. Provide guidance and training on budget and contracting issues to these constituencies. Ensure reasonable follow‑up on outstanding issues, and elevate relevant issues as appropriate.
Contract Compliance – Assist stakeholders and business operations staff in developing agreements that comply with CCHMC policies and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, FDA, HSRP, export compliance, etc.), applying those frameworks into contracting.
Contract Negotiation – Negotiate, draft, and process various types of contracts with public and private entities. Responsible for research funding agreements with sponsors, including federal/state government, foundations, industry. Support research and academic collaborations, including multi‑site projects such as data/material transfer agreements, collaboration agreements, and services agreements.
Job Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
3+ years of work experience in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Primary Location Remote
Schedule Full time
Shift Day (United States)
Department Sponsored Programs
Employee Status Regular
FTE 1
Weekly Hours 40
Expected Starting Pay Range Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status: $61,401.60 - $78,291.20
About Us At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Company Achievements
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years.
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for NIH funding.
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) and America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025).
One of the nation’s most innovative companies, noted by Fortune.
Consistently certified as a great place to work.
Leading disability employer, noted by the National Organization on Disability.
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
EEO Statement Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
Referral Program Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cincinnati Children’s by 2x.
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Professional Development – Developing professional expertise. Applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
Customer Service – Effectively identify, prioritize and communicate with leadership and stakeholders. Demonstrate clear, diplomatic, effective oral and written communication skills to clients. Exhibit initiative, effort, resourcefulness and professional demeanor when providing detailed contract, budget, development, negotiation or management assistance, as required. Develop and strengthen relationships with other departments. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff. Provide guidance and training on budget and contracting issues to these constituencies. Ensure reasonable follow‑up on outstanding issues, and elevate relevant issues as appropriate.
Contract Compliance – Assist stakeholders and business operations staff in developing agreements that comply with CCHMC policies and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, FDA, HSRP, export compliance, etc.), applying those frameworks into contracting.
Contract Negotiation – Negotiate, draft, and process various types of contracts with public and private entities. Responsible for research funding agreements with sponsors, including federal/state government, foundations, industry. Support research and academic collaborations, including multi‑site projects such as data/material transfer agreements, collaboration agreements, and services agreements.
Job Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
3+ years of work experience in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Primary Location Remote
Schedule Full time
Shift Day (United States)
Department Sponsored Programs
Employee Status Regular
FTE 1
Weekly Hours 40
Expected Starting Pay Range Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status: $61,401.60 - $78,291.20
About Us At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Company Achievements
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years.
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for NIH funding.
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) and America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025).
One of the nation’s most innovative companies, noted by Fortune.
Consistently certified as a great place to work.
Leading disability employer, noted by the National Organization on Disability.
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
EEO Statement Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
Referral Program Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cincinnati Children’s by 2x.
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