Entry Level Contract Specialist (Cincinnati)Job LocationsUnited States-OH-CincinnatiCategorySite Activation & MaintenanceJob SummaryOur clinical operations activities are growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking a full-time, office-based Contract Specialist to join our Clinical Operations team. This position plays a key role in the study start-up and clinical trial management processes at Medpace. The Contract Specialist will play a key role in advancing the start-up of our projects. If you want an exciting career where you use your previous expertise and can develop and grow your career even further, then this is the opportunity for you. This position is office-based in Cincinnati, OHResponsibilitiesPreparing, negotiating, tracking and finalizing the Confidentiality Agreements (CDA), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTA), Budgets, and Letters of Indemnification (LOI) as well as amendments to these documents, as needed.Managing all required contractual agreements with investigator sites including distribution, negotiation of budget and language, tracking and finalization.Preparing contract approval timelines with investigators and leading efforts to obtain contract approval to meet study deliverables.Maintaining consistent communication with project team and sites regarding status of all contractual requirements.Tracking and maintaining timelines regarding site contracts and budgets and providing status updates to the project team and client.Preparing, negotiating, and tracking any possible amendments to the Clinical Trial Agreement (CTA) and budget.QualificationsBachelors degree in Legal Studies, Business Administration, or Supply Chain/Vendor Management;Time-management-- Ability to work with internal and external customers/vendors to meet project-specific goals;Exceptional communication skills-- Ability to interact with site, clients and other functional areas as secondary project contact for contracting issues and questions; andOrganized and detail-oriented-- Ability to manage time and project requirements based on study deliverables.Travel: NoneMedpace OverviewMedpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.Why Medpace?People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.The work we've done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.Cincinnati PerksCincinnati Campus OverviewHybrid work-from-home options (dependent upon position and level)Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ daysFlexible work hoursDiscounted tuition for UC online programsCompany-sponsored employee appreciation eventsEmployee health and wellness initiativesCommunity involvement with local nonprofit organizationsCompetitive compensation and benefits packageStructured career paths with opportunities for professional growthPartnership and discount with onsite childcareDiscounts on local sports games, local fitness gyms and attractionsOffici