MERIT CRO

• Lead the planning, execution, and management of strategic client and partner relationships within MERIT’s Oncology Division. • Own assigned sales programs and initiatives, including conference strategy, targeted outreach, and account development activities. • Identify, qualify, and advance complex opportunities from early engagement through close. • Serve as the primary point of contact for designated accounts within a defined therapeutic area or disease focus. • Establish and sustain long-term relationships with business and clinical leaders at pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. • Ensure MERIT’s services are positioned and utilized effectively to meet study objectives. • Mentor and support junior business development associates, contributing to skill development and best-practice sharing with the oncology commercial team.

• Overseeing the lifecycle of contracts, including drafting, reviewing, and maintaining records of contractual agreements. • Ensuring compliance with company policies and legal regulations. • Supporting internal stakeholders in contract-related matters. • Facilitating efficient contract execution and renewal processes. • Managing contract templates, coordinating with legal and business teams, tracking contract performance, and ensuring timely renewals and amendments. • Serving as the primary point of contact for contract-related inquiries. • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure contract terms align with operational needs. • Maintaining accurate and organized contract records in the contract management system. • Assisting in resolving contract disputes or issues in coordination with legal counsel. • Supporting audits and reporting requirements related to contracts. • Monitoring contract compliance and identifying potential risks or deviations. • Recommending improvements to contract processes and risk mitigation strategies. • Ensuring confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive contractual information.