Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, healthcare administration, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered
Master's degree in business or healthcare administration preferred
5+ years of experience in clinical research budgeting, contracting, or financial management
Expertise in complex or multi-arm clinical trial budgets and sponsor negotiations preferred
Prior mentorship or leadership experience preferred
Advanced certification such as ACRP-CP, SOCRA CCRP, or Certified Research Administrator (CRA) preferred
Responsibilities
Lead development and negotiation of complex or multi-arm trial budgets
Secure favorable terms with sponsors, CROs, and vendors
Advise investigators and leadership on financial feasibility and risk
Resolve escalated or high-impact budget issues
Mentor and train analysts across all levels
Drive process improvements aligned to institutional goals
Support strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency and compliance
Benefits
Comprehensive training and mentorship opportunities
Support for professional development and advanced certifications
Collaborative work environment focused on operational excellence
Engagement in strategic initiatives that impact clinical research
Work-life balance with a Monday-Friday schedule
Full Job Description
Primary City/State: Shea Medical Office Building - 10290 N 92nd St Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Category: Research Operations Shift: Day Department: HRI-Research Development Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Responsibilities:
JOB SUMMARY
The Clinical Trial Budget Analyst III serves as a subject matter expert in the development and negotiation of complex, multi-arm, and high-acuity clinical trial budgets. This role provides advanced financial and compliance expertise, ensuring alignment with institutional objectives, regulatory requirements, and sponsor expectations. Analyst III leads high-level negotiations with sponsors and CROs, advises investigators and senior leadership on financial feasibility, and drives resolution of escalated issues. In addition to overseeing complex portfolios, this position mentors and trains team members, contributes to strategic initiatives, and supports operational excellence in clinical research business operations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Expert Budget Oversight & Negotiation: Lead development and negotiation of complex or multi-arm trial budgets. Secure favorable terms with sponsors, CROs, and vendors.
Strategic Financial Guidance: Advise investigators and leadership on feasibility and risk. Resolve escalated or high-impact budget issues.
Team Leadership & Training: Mentor and train analysts across all levels. Provide quality oversight and ensure consistency.
Operational Excellence & Strategy: Drive process improvements aligned to institutional goals Support strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency and compliance.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
Bachelors in finance, Business administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field OR Equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered in lieu of degree Required
Masters in business, Healthcare Administration, or related field. Preferred
EXPERIENCE
5 years, Progressively responsible experience in clinical research budgeting, contracting, or financial management. Required
, Expertise with complex or multi-arm clinical trial budgets, sponsor negotiations, and institutional financial compliance. Preferred
, Prior mentorship or leadership experience. Preferred
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS
Advanced certification such as ACRP-CP, SOCRA CCRP, Certified Research Administrator (CRA), or equivalent professional designation Preferred
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About HonorHealth
HonorHealth is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides medical services to patients in Arizona. The organization operates six acute care hospitals, outpatient centers, and primary care clinics. HonorHealth's services include cancer care, heart and vascular care, neurosciences, orthopedics, and women's health. The organization also provides research and clinical trials, as well as education and training programs for healthcare professionals. HonorHealth was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
