Job Description Summary

Create, negotiate, execute clinical contracts. Communicate clearly with BD attorneys, project managers, sites. Understand legal terminology and basics of clinical trials.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Main Purpose of the Position

This position will support the preparation of clinical trial contracts, research contracts and other types of contracts for Becton, Dickinson and Company (“BD”) to facilitate research and clinical trial activities. This individual will work with other associates in the CoPat (Contracts, Payments and Transparency) group and will be responsible for one or more of the following activities:

• Liaises directly with the BD Law Group attorneys to develop and implement contracting templates.

• Works with the Clinical Project Managers to develop Clinical Trial Agreements based on approved BD templates.

• Serves as "first line" negotiator with external parties regarding requested changes to proposed agreements; consults with the Law Group and Outside Counsel (as directed) to develop responses for issues not within CoPat’s negotiation guidelines.

• Works with Clinical Project Managers and Law Group or other members of the CoPaT group to resolve any issues and facilitate agreement with the Investigators/sites, assisting in negotiations, and managing the execution process.

• Assumes ownership of the Agreement, managing the site changes and updates which may include translations on bi lingual templates when sites are located outside of the United States.

• Responsible for incorporating the correct Data Protection Agreements (DPAs) and Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) when necessary to ensure compliance with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).

• Develop required contracts for implementation of Master Service Agreements, Research Agreements, Consulting Agreements, software agreements, KOL agreements, testing agreements, and Instrument Service Agreements to support activities with consultants, contractors, vendors, KOLs, Advisory Boards, service providers, and external grant recipients.

• Ensures contracts and agreements are based on approved BD templates, working with the Law Group or other members of the CoPaT group to resolve any issues and facilitate agreement with the external party, participating in negotiations, managing the process of execution, and ensuring appropriate copies and records are maintained for the agreements.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

1 Facilitate the creation, negotiation and execution of clinical contracts with potential sites and other parties and ensure compliance with BD standards and expectations.

2 Provide executed documents for TMF, Legal and other parties as applicable. Track contract status and maintain files. Manage approved templates.

3 Follows up directly with appropriate stakeholders to address any open contract items, including but not limited to the BD Privacy office to address any GDPR contract related items.

4 Incorporates budgets into the Agreements and creates payment schedules as necessary while ensuring compliance with BD payment terms.

5 Serve as primary contact with the law group, study teams, sites, procurement and external parties to ensure use of approved templates, and to facilitate the execution of necessary CDA and contract documents with potential sites and other parties, and ensure compliance with BD standards and expectations.

6 Facilitate on going meetings with study managers to track the status of contracts and provide updates as necessary.

7 May perform other duties as required

Education and Experience

1 Bachelor degree or higher preferred with concentration in the life sciences or other relevant technical area, such as clinical trials, regulatory affairs, or legal clinical trial contracting.

2 Paralegal Certification may be desirable.

3 At least 4 years experience in managing research or clinical trial contracts.

4 Integrates active listening, teamwork, and a positive image in pursuit of team goals.

5 Must be a highly motivated self-starter with attention to detail and the ability to multi task and prioritize.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

To learn more about BD visit  https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

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Primary Work Location

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

Additional Locations

USA AZ - Tempe Headquarters, USA GA - Covington BMD, USA IL - Vernon Hills, USA MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton Circle, USA TX - San Antonio

Work Shift

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You (https://jobs.bd.com/benefits) .

Salary ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and actual work location. Salary ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$82,600.00 - $136,200.00 USD Annual

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.