Senior Director, Clinical Contracts and Outsourcing (25005-B-615-MED)

WHO WE ARE

Arsenal Biosciences, Inc. (ArsenalBio) is a clinical-stage programmable cell therapy company engineering advanced CAR T-cell therapies for solid tumors. We seek a talented and experienced Director/Sr. Director, Clinical Contracts and Outsourcing to work hybrid based in our South San Francisco office. 

ArsenalBio’s mission and purpose are very clear: defeat cancer. With our programmable and computationally driven approach, our team is engineering medicines to attack cancer’s inherent multifaceted nature and overcome the challenges of addressing solid tumors with cell therapy.

Driven by a collective of diverse experts across multi-scientific disciplines and clinical and manufacturing expertise, we are united in our purpose to develop the optimal medicines for improving patients’ lives.

This means you’ll have the opportunity to work with the best talent in the field of cell therapy and be part of ONE TEAM, which advances therapies for patients who need it most.

• Support clinical benchmarking and site budget development, escalation, and payment activities for clinical sites, CROs, and clinical vendors
• Develop and implement a robust, scalable, and efficient site contracting and budgeting process and oversight across all studies
• Work with the ArsenalBio Finance, Clinical Operations, and Clinical Data management teams to support financial reporting activities, including reconciliation of clinical site/vendor invoices and payments and contract and budget negotiations
• Assist with full study cost projections, not limited to site costs only, as well as provide support for monthly budget tracking
• Oversee, drive, and manage CRO, site, and vendor contract negotiation activities, escalation, execution, and monitoring while collaborating with the CRO and ArsenalBio Legal and Clinical Operations teams
• Attend study team meetings to oversee CRO site budget negotiation activities and contract execution to ensure successful timeline management of site activation and protocol amendment implementation
• Oversee, drive, and manage CRO governance and vendor performance using metrics and KPIs 
• Review site contract trends and invoicing to develop metrics and process improvement
• Ensure clinical programs are executed within the projected budget
• Manage all activities in accordance with applicable ArsenalBio SOPs, FDA,  ICH guidelines, and all other applicable rules and regulations.
• Provide ad-hoc reporting, analysis, and project support for contract and budget governance
• Initiate requisition requests for clinical vendors through the internal purchasing system and own and amend the purchase order through the final payment
• Support clinical program teams with long-range planning, scenario analysis, and annual budget planning activities
• Evaluate the business needs of the organization, provide recommendations and set priorities
• Develop processes and infrastructure that are consistent with the needs of the business to deliver the ArsenalBio portfolio successfully
• Stay abreast of internal and external developments, trends and dynamics
• Understand the ArsenalBio portfolio and book of business and ensure agility and preparedness of the team to meet the delivery demands of the Clinical Operations organization
• Assist the VP of Clinical Operations in developing and implementing the strategic vision for the group and assessing this over time
• Establish, develop and maintain optimal relationships with colleagues both internal and external to Clinical Operations
• Hire and manage people as ArsenalBio scales to maximize their capability and further their development while maximizing their contribution toward operational delivery
• Ensure employees are appropriately trained, developed and coached to comply with ArsenalBio, regulatory and procurement standards

• BS/BA degree and 15 years of development/study budgeting, forecasting or financial analysis experience
• Ability to perform complex analysis, draw relevant conclusions, and implement appropriate solutions
• Deep knowledge of clinical operations terms and processes and 
• Advanced Excel skills 
• Proficient in using Smartsheets, Google applications, and Microsoft applications
• Experience developing and implementing new ideas and solutions to increase efficiency
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, negotiation, and persuasion skills
• Experience working with clinical sites and sponsors is required; working with clinical labs is preferred
• Experience with vendor management & CRO oversight 
• Ability to deal with time demands, incomplete information, or unexpected events
• Attention to detail required
• Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Creative and innovative mindset to approach novel problem statements 
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies
• Comfortable in a fast-paced small company environment and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities

BENEFITS AND PAY

ArsenalBio has a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to medical, dental, and vision as well as mental health resources, virtual and telehealth options, coaching, infertility treatment, parental leave and health savings accounts. We also offer flexible work schedules and flexible time off, which includes two extra “Arsenal Days of Rest” every quarter for employees to recharge. 

Our people-first culture cultivates a deep respect for humanity, not only in those we serve but also in one another. We take pride in being part of a company that values and celebrates diversity—in experiences, ideas, and interests. We are empowered in an environment that embraces unity and inclusivity, fostering a sense of belonging and mutual respect.

We provide powerful tools to empower our employees to take charge of their career paths and reach their full potential. At ArsenalBio, we believe in investing in our employees' well-being—both professionally and personally—because our people are our most valuable asset. Our essential team members bring exceptional expertise in molecular biology, immunology, pharmacology, protein chemistry, computational biology, automation, genome engineering, software, and other fields to turn the possibilities of tomorrow into the realities of today.

We are committed to hiring the best talent from diverse backgrounds. A diverse workforce engenders richness of thought, creativity and discovery. We invite individuals who embrace intellectual achievement to bring their unique personal and professional journeys and together we will build transformative cell therapies for cancer patients.

We are an equal opportunity employer and deeply value diversity within our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

The estimated base salary for the preferred primary location of the San Francisco Bay area ranges from $250,000 – $285,000. Salary ranges for other locations may vary.  Base pay offered may vary based on job-related knowledge, experience, education, and location. Beyond these considerations, we are committed to pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current employees when making any final offers.

To all recruitment agencies: ArsenalBio does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias or to ArsenalBio employees. ArsenalBio is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Salary : $250,000 - $285,000