Overview

LabConnect improves lives by partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and clinical research organizations (CROs) to accelerate the development of new medicines around the world.

We are an independent, global, one-stop-shop focused on delivering Central Laboratory Services that are tailor-made, timely and flexible to meet the evolving study demands of traditional to increasingly complex trials. Additionally, we provide Functional Service Provider (FSP) Solutions, supporting our clients with scientific and technical expertise, acting as an extension of their team, coordinating all laboratory related needs, advising on strategies for lab data collection and providing end-to-end analytical and logistical solutions.

The Manager, Clinical Cost Strategy is responsible for designing, managing, and communicating robust analytical frameworks to translate the clinical delivery operating model into transparent and actionable cost structures for outsourced clinical work. The role works cross-functionally with Strategic Partnerships and Outsourcing, Clinical Operations, Procurement and other internal/external stakeholder groups to ensure that cost modeling and analytics drive strategic decision-making, financial predictability and accuracy for clinical trials.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Translate operating models, resourcing plans, and partnership arrangements into detailed cost frameworks for internal review and external supplier negotiations. Ensure frameworks are flexible and fit for purpose.
• Support development of contracting strategies with differing operating model approaches.
• Optimize and refine cost templates, standards, and analytical tools to support accurate, data-driven cost design, forecasting and accuracy for outsourced clinical activities.
• Identify opportunities for workflow automation, improved data clarity, and increased productivity using technology solutions.
• Design, develop, and maintain tools-primarily in Excel using VBA-to support SPO/CPO deliverables.
• Build seamless integrations between Excel (via VBA) and external/commercial databases, enabling bi-directional data flows and robust automation.
• Develop technical solutions to meet cost data needs from service providers, including translating business requirements through close communication with stakeholders.
• Act as a conduit between Strategic Partnerships and Outsourcing, Clinical Operations, Procurement, Finance, and external suppliers to ensure alignment on cost assumptions and transparency to develop contracting strategies.
• Collaborate with functional leads to translate scientific and operational requirements into clinical pricing tool(s); facilitate consensus on cost structure for outsourced work.
• Present analytical findings and recommendations to stakeholders at all organizational levels, supporting negotiation, scenario planning, and strategic investment decisions.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required (BA/BS), ideally in a quantitative, scientific, or business field.
• Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., MBA, CPA) preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, including clinical budget creation, negotiations, clinical cost modeling, or similar roles within pharma/biotech R&D or CRO.
• Demonstrated experience translating business/operating models into actionable cost structures.

Skills and Ability

• Strong skills in database design and management
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to think/act strategically
• Proven ability to synthesize complex operating and scientific data into clear, strategic financial recommendations.
• Advanced skills with analytical, visualization, and business systems/tools (AI/ML, MS Excel, SharePoint, Tableau, SmartSuite, etc).
• Experienced VBA Programmer
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience working in a global, matrixed environment with cross-functional teams and external vendors.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the occupant is regularly required to:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged use of computer and headphones for conference calls.
• Communicate effectively via phone, video, and email.
• Use hands and fingers to operate a computer and other office equipment.

Travel Requirements: Minimal

Join our team and discover how your work can impact patients' lives around the world!

Some of the Perks our LabConnectors Love:

• Financial Security (Base Pay, 401k Match and Possible Annual Bonus Eligibility)
• Health Benefits beginning on date of hire
• PTO plan, plus 11 Paid Company Holidays, and 1 Day to Volunteer in your community
• Short and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D
• We celebrate our differences, which enriches our culture!

In addition to great perks and challenging work assignments, we invest in our people with career growth opportunities, globally. We believe in a friendly and collaborative environment with open lines of communication. While living out our values of People First, Quality Focused, Customer Centered, Technology Driven, and Accountability Always.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and value the diversity of our workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. To learn more about equal employment opportunity, please view the posters here: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters

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