Job Description: Associate Contract Analyst / Business operation Analyst 

RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Under direct supervision, work closely with project teams to determine appropriate terms and conditions of contracts 
•    Under direct supervision, develop and prepare Contracts 
•    Act as secondary customer interface on small size projects 
•    Provide support and assistance on small or mid customers / projects 
•    Provide support and assistance in the preparation, review, finalization and distribution of budgets and contracts 
•    Update and maintain contract databases and files 
•    Engage with internal stakeholders to successfully work out budget (per work order or change order). Lead internal calls to discuss customer requirements and identify discrepancies in customer information
•    Ensure contract is aligned with clients need with Work order or master service agreement.
•    Perform quality control edits on all documents and participate in the finalization of documents and distribution to the customer and internal departments.
•    Update and maintain corporate databases as required and ensure accurate information is included in tracking reports
•    Act as the primary GBO interface with internal and external customers to develop the new award preliminary/full contracts. Develop and implement execution plans for all new award preliminary contracts to ensure timely execution. 
•    May participate in customer meetings
•    Perform all other duties as assigned by manager.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
•    Knowledge of CRO Industry.
•    Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and understanding of costing models.
•    Ability to interpret Contracts and protocols.
•    Possess strong analytical skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•    Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and customers.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
•    Degree in Life Science, Pharma or related science field.
•    Fresher or minimum of 1 year's direct experience in Contracts, Clinical Research or equivalent combination.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com