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Contract Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship under the specialty occupation standard, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, law, or a related field. Federal contractors and defense primes are among the most active sponsors, with LCA filings appearing under SOC code 13-1023.
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Our Site Contracts team is growing, and we are seeking experienced individuals to join our Denver team as a full-time Contract Specialist. This role plays a key role in the study start-up and clinical trial management processes at Medpace. If you want an exciting career where you use your previous expertise and can develop and grow your career even further, then this is the opportunity for you. This position would be office-based in Denver, CO.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for preparing, negotiating, tracking and finalizing the Confidentiality Agreements (CDA), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTA), Budgets, and Letters of Indemnification (LOI)
- Involved in preparing, negotiating, and tracking any possible amendments to the Clinical Trial Agreement (CTA) and Budget
- Manages all required contractual agreements with investigator sites. This includes distribution, negotiation of budget and language, tracking and finalization
- Proactively identifies site contract related risks and potential roadblocks
- Prepares contract approval timelines with investigators and leads efforts to obtain contract approval to meet study deliverables
- Maintains consistent communication with project team and sites regarding status of all contractual requirements
- Maintains tracking regarding site contracts and provides regular updates as agreed by the study team to the project team and client regarding status and efforts to ensure timelines are maintained
- Participates in corporate initiatives and actions that ensure the continued success of the company
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree required (JD preferred);
- Clinical Research experience required;
- Ability to work with internal and external customers/vendors to meet project-specific goals;
- Time-management - Ability to manage high volume work and meet rigorous deadlines;
- Flexibility to strategically manage negotiations with minimal oversight;
- Exceptional communication skills - Ability to interact with site, clients, and other functional areas as secondary project contact for contracting issues and questions; and
- Organization - Ability to manage time and project requirements based on study deliverables.
TRAVEL: None
COMPENSATION
A target salary range of $65,000 to $105,000. Your compensation will be based on your skills and experience. Medpace offers the following benefits for eligible positions: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), vacation policy, sick days, paid holidays, work from home flexibility, short-term disability, long-term disability, health savings and flexible savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, and pet insurance. For more details, please discuss with your recruiter.
MEDPACE OVERVIEW:
Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 6,000 people across 40+ countries.
WHY MEDPACE?:
People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.
The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.
DENVER PERKS
Denver Office Overview
- RTD Eco Pass
- Secure bike storage room
- Hybrid work-from-home options (dependent upon position and level)
- Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
- Flexible work hours
- Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
- Employee health and wellness initiatives
- Flexible work schedule
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
- Annual bonus and merit programs
- On Site Fitness Center
AWARDS
- Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer
- Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
- Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT
A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.
JOB SUMMARY
Our Site Contracts team is growing, and we are seeking experienced individuals to join our Denver team as a full-time Contract Specialist. This role plays a key role in the study start-up and clinical trial management processes at Medpace. If you want an exciting career where you use your previous expertise and can develop and grow your career even further, then this is the opportunity for you. This position would be office-based in Denver, CO.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for preparing, negotiating, tracking and finalizing the Confidentiality Agreements (CDA), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTA), Budgets, and Letters of Indemnification (LOI)
- Involved in preparing, negotiating, and tracking any possible amendments to the Clinical Trial Agreement (CTA) and Budget
- Manages all required contractual agreements with investigator sites. This includes distribution, negotiation of budget and language, tracking and finalization
- Proactively identifies site contract related risks and potential roadblocks
- Prepares contract approval timelines with investigators and leads efforts to obtain contract approval to meet study deliverables
- Maintains consistent communication with project team and sites regarding status of all contractual requirements
- Maintains tracking regarding site contracts and provides regular updates as agreed by the study team to the project team and client regarding status and efforts to ensure timelines are maintained
- Participates in corporate initiatives and actions that ensure the continued success of the company
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree required (JD preferred);
- Clinical Research experience required;
- Ability to work with internal and external customers/vendors to meet project-specific goals;
- Time-management - Ability to manage high volume work and meet rigorous deadlines;
- Flexibility to strategically manage negotiations with minimal oversight;
- Exceptional communication skills - Ability to interact with site, clients, and other functional areas as secondary project contact for contracting issues and questions; and
- Organization - Ability to manage time and project requirements based on study deliverables.
TRAVEL: None
COMPENSATION
A target salary range of $65,000 to $105,000. Your compensation will be based on your skills and experience. Medpace offers the following benefits for eligible positions: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), vacation policy, sick days, paid holidays, work from home flexibility, short-term disability, long-term disability, health savings and flexible savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, and pet insurance. For more details, please discuss with your recruiter.
MEDPACE OVERVIEW:
Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 6,000 people across 40+ countries.
WHY MEDPACE?:
People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.
The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.
DENVER PERKS
Denver Office Overview
- RTD Eco Pass
- Secure bike storage room
- Hybrid work-from-home options (dependent upon position and level)
- Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
- Flexible work hours
- Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
- Employee health and wellness initiatives
- Flexible work schedule
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
- Annual bonus and merit programs
- On Site Fitness Center
AWARDS
- Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer
- Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
- Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT
A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Contract Specialist
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree and the Contract Specialist duties. A business administration or supply chain degree strengthens the specialty occupation argument; a general studies degree may trigger an RFE.
Target federal contractors with active LCA history
Defense primes and government services firms file H-1B LCAs for Contract Specialists at higher rates than most industries. Search Migrate Mate to filter employers with verified H-1B filing history specifically for this occupation code.
Check prevailing wage before evaluating any offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for SOC code 13-1023 in your work location. Your offered salary must meet at least the Level I threshold for the employer's LCA to be certified.
Confirm the employer is E-Verify enrolled before accepting
Federal contracting firms are legally required to use E-Verify, so most are already enrolled. Confirm enrollment status before your employer files the I-129, since E-Verify participation is required for H-1B cap-exempt filings at qualifying institutions.
Request the LCA be filed for your actual work location
Contract Specialists frequently rotate between client sites or government facilities. If your work location differs from the employer's headquarters, the LCA must list the correct worksite address or you risk a DOL compliance violation.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation evidence
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Contract Specialists to document the education and knowledge requirements USCIS evaluates. Including this in your employer's petition package reduces the risk of a specialty occupation RFE.
H-1B Visa Contract Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Contract Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business, supply chain management, law, or finance. USCIS looks at whether the degree requirement is standard in the industry for this role. General or undefined degree requirements weaken the specialty occupation argument, so your employer's job description should specify the field explicitly.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Contract Specialists?
Federal contractors, defense primes, healthcare systems, and large government services firms are among the most active sponsors for this role. Because federal contractors are already required to use E-Verify, they tend to be more experienced with employment-based visa filings. You can search employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for Contract Specialist roles on Migrate Mate.
What SOC code is used for Contract Specialist H-1B filings?
DOL classifies Contract Specialists under SOC code 13-1023, which covers Purchasing Agents. Your employer's LCA must use this code to certify the prevailing wage. If the role has procurement and contracting duties that span multiple codes, the employer should select the code that best matches the primary function of the position.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer mid-contract?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed, without waiting for approval, provided you've been lawfully employed for at least 180 days after your H-1B was approved. The new employer must file a transfer petition and a new LCA covering your work location and the Contract Specialist role.
How does a government contracting assignment affect my H-1B if I work at a federal facility?
Your H-1B is sponsored by your direct employer, not the federal agency. If you're a contractor working at a government site, your employer's LCA must list that facility as the worksite. If the assignment moves to a new location not covered by the original LCA, your employer must file an amended LCA with DOL before you begin work at the new site.