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Contract Manager (Remote)

CompanyM3USA
LocationFort Washington
Work ModeRemote
PostedMarch 5, 2026
About The Company
M3 Wake Research is a premier clinical trial network that has been conducting studies since 1984. With over 30 years of experience, the network's subject database for clinical trial participants has substantial potential and continues to expand as we grow our network across the country. The network comprises of premier investigational sites that are fully integrated and designed to deliver superior clinical trial experiences to patients, sponsors, and CROs. M3 Wake Research offers a full range of clinical trial services, from study design to study completion, to meet the needs of global biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and pharmaceutical industry leaders. The board-certified physicians of M3 Wake Research have successfully completed over 7,000 clinical trials with integrity, human protection, and expeditious delivery of accurate evaluable data. Experience M3 Wake Research's uncompromising approach to superior quality in planning and executing each study according to regulations. The network consistently exceeds sponsor expectations for integrity, subject enrollment, human protection, and expeditious delivery of accurate evaluable data. Choose M3 Wake Research for clinical trials that meet and exceed your expectations.
About the Role

Company Description

M3 USA is at the forefront of healthcare innovation, offering digital solutions across healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and more. Since our inception in 2000, we’ve seen remarkable growth, fueled by our mission to utilize the internet for a healthier world and more efficient healthcare systems.

Our success is anchored in our trusted digital platforms that engage physician communities globally, facilitating impactful medical education, precise job placement, and insightful market research. M3 USA prides itself on a dynamic and innovative work environment where every team member contributes to global health advancements.

Joining M3 USA means being part of a dedicated team striving to make a significant difference in healthcare. We provide a unique opportunity for you to be at the cutting edge of healthcare innovation, shaping the future in a meaningful career. Embrace the chance to drive change with M3 USA.

Due to our continued growth, we are hiring for a Contract Manager.

Job Description

  • Manage the full contract lifecycle (intake, drafting, review, negotiation, execution, amendments, renewals, and close-out) for client, supplier, partner, and other third-party agreements, including Master Services Agreements, Statements of Work, and Non-Disclosure Agreements.
  • Review and analyze contract requirements, special provisions, and terms and conditions (including pricing, scope, IP, confidentiality, SLAs, and limitation of liability) to identify risks and ensure alignment with company policy, applicable laws, and regulations.
  • Develop negotiation strategies and lead or support negotiations in time-sensitive situations; recommend alternatives, document positions, and escalate non-standard terms for approval as needed.
  • Draft, revise, and prepare contract documents for internal review, approval, and signature; ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization prior to execution.
  • Coordinate the contract review process and solicit input from internal stakeholders (e.g., Sales, Compliance, Finance, Legal, Information Security, and Management) to confirm requirements and resolve issues efficiently.
  • Evaluate and manage requests for contract changes, including amendments, change orders, and revisions to Statements of Work; maintain version control and an auditable record of approvals and deviations.
  • Administer executed agreements, including tracking key obligations, deliverables, milestones, renewals, and notice periods; support ongoing compliance and contract close-out activities.
  • Maintain and continuously improve contract administration policies, systems, procedures, templates, standard clauses, and negotiation playbooks to streamline processes and reduce cycle times.
  • Provide guidance to internal teams on contract interpretation and commercial terms; support training and process communications to promote consistent contracting practices.
  • Maintain accurate contract records and reporting in contract management tools; develop and monitor metrics/KPIs (e.g., cycle time, renewal pipeline, and exceptions) and prepare status updates for leadership as requested.
  • Support commercial contract matters related to licensing agreements, data use arrangements, renewals, and new business; coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely execution and implementation.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalency
  • Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a similar position
  • Experience in working on market research contracts preferred
  • Knowledge of legal terminology and principles relevant to commercial contracts.
  • The ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy.
  • Experience with contract management solutions.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Excellent skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Additional Information

*M3 reserves the right to change this job description to meet the business needs of the organization

Benefits:

A career opportunity with M3USA offers competitive wages, and benefits such as:

  • Health and Dental
  • Life, Accident and Disability Insurance
  • Prescription Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401k Plan and Match
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation
  • Sick Days and Personal Day

M3 USA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the principles of inclusion and diversity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

All employment decisions at M3 USA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, medical history or genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, past or present military service, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the federal, state or local laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

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Key Skills
Contract Lifecycle ManagementContract DraftingContract ReviewNegotiationRisk IdentificationStakeholder CoordinationContract AdministrationVersion ControlContract InterpretationProcess ImprovementMetrics MonitoringMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Outlook
Categories
LegalManagement & LeadershipHealthcareAdministrative
Benefits
Health InsuranceDental InsuranceLife InsuranceAccident InsuranceDisability InsurancePrescription PlanFlexible Spending Account401k Plan401k MatchPaid HolidaysVacationSick DaysPersonal Day
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Contract Manager will manage the entire contract lifecycle for various third-party agreements, including drafting, review, negotiation, and execution, while identifying risks and ensuring compliance with company policy and law. This role also involves administering executed agreements, tracking obligations, and continuously improving contract administration policies and templates.
📋Job Type
part time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
152
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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