Clinical Trials Financial Analyst - Clinical & Translational Science

Augusta University - Augusta, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Augusta, GA

Educational Services

About the position

The Clinical Trials Financial Analyst at Augusta University plays a crucial role in supporting the Clinical Trials Office by conducting coverage analysis, developing and negotiating clinical trial budgets, and assisting with grant applications. This position requires a strong understanding of clinical trial protocols and financial management to ensure compliance with federal regulations and to optimize the financial performance of clinical research activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive and independent analysis of clinical trial protocols and other study documents.
• Conduct detailed coverage analysis of research procedures in alignment with CMS rules.
• Assist investigators in determining study status under Medicare coverage rules.
• Understand and apply Medicare National Coverage Decisions (NCD) and local coverage decisions (LCD).
• Assist in the development of standardized procedures and tools for coverage analysis.
• Validate clinical trial financials and enter budgets into various systems.
• Provide guidance to clinical research study teams regarding budgeting and billing policies.
• Analyze industry sponsor budget proposals and negotiate comprehensive study budgets.
• Review and update industry sponsored clinical trial budget amendments.
• Assist with completing budgets for grant applications and subawards.
• Maintain electronic and paper study files according to established practices.
• Provide training and education on research budgeting and billing policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of clinical administrative, business, financial or related experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
• Detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Teachers Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan
• Earned vacation time
• Sick leave
• 13 paid holidays
• Tuition Assistance Program for eligible employees