[Hiring] Clinical Research Business Analyst @Highmark Health

Role Description

The Office of Sponsored Research (OSR) provides centralized administrative services and oversight for clinical research programs, including:

• Medicare Coverage Analysis and associated filings with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid
• Budgetary development
• Protocol review
• Contract and budget negotiations

The incumbent is responsible for:

• Negotiating and executing clinical trial agreements and preparing budgets based on study protocol, optimizing reimbursement from Sponsors
• Building and maintaining the study within Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS)
• Performing Medicare Coverage Analysis (MCA) to support billing compliance efforts
• Assisting and contributing to the development and maintenance of OSR policies and procedures
• Participating in process improvement initiatives within OSR

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare, finance, or related field
• In lieu of bachelor’s degree, 2 years of experience within a health care or clinical setting
• Preferred: Master’s degree in business, healthcare, finance, or related field
• Experience in a research-related role such as a Research Clinical Coordinator, Regulatory Specialist, Clinical Research Associate, MCA Analyst, or experience with clinical research contracting, budgeting, and negotiations
• Hands-on experience using a Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS) for data management, tracking, and reporting
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex information from clinical trial protocols to ensure compliance and accurate data collection
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal regulations regarding the protection of human subjects in clinical research

Requirements

• Strong computer skills including using internet browser, Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Teams)
• Knowledge of federal regulations regarding the protection of human subjects in clinical research
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, readily adapt to changing priorities, and work effectively as part of a collaborative team
• Strong commitment to accuracy and thoroughness, taking ownership of work and ensuring high-quality results
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with diverse stakeholders, including clinical staff, researchers, and management
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain accurate records in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex issues related to research protocols and data management, using critical thinking and available resources

Benefits

• Pay Range Minimum: $25.87
• Pay Range Maximum: $40.48
• Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations