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Senior Associate, Site Contracts and Budgets

Company: Tempus

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 21, 2023

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Manager, Site Contracts.Review contracts and other documents for completeness and accuracy.May support additional site start-up tasks, where necessary.Performs other duties as assigned.May involve travel (rare).Demonstration of Values:Consistently strives to demonstrate the following values:Recognizes that the team is always stronger than the individual. Seeks to inspire others by demonstrating consistently strong performance. Treats people with respect regardless of role or point of view. Listens well and seek to understand before reacting.Provides candid, helpful and timely feedback to colleagues. Demonstrates curiosity about and contributes effectively to areas outside of their specialty. Keeps the bigger picture in mind when making decisions. Never stops learning.  Questions assumptions and offers suggestions for improvement. Focuses on results rather than process and seeks to minimize complexity when process is required.Identifies and addresses root causes, not symptoms. Demonstrates poise in stressful situations. Strives to always do the right thing. Questions actions that are incongruent with Tempus Compass values.&8239; Minimum Qualifications:High school/secondary level education required. Minimum of 2 years of experience with budgeting and contracting process.Effective communication and interpersonal skills.Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to handle multiple competing and changing priorities within tight timelines.Able to proactively anticipate needs and follow through on all assigned tasks. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, and in Adobe Acrobat. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred. 2 or more years of previous related CRO or Pharma experience highly preferred.LI-SH1 LI-RemoteWe are an equal opportunity employer. Will work cross-functionally to ensure timely distribution of assigned contracts.   Job Responsibilities:Serve as the primary contact negotiator for all study related contract activities to meet the business objectives.Is responsible for negotiating, tracking, and finalizing the Confidentiality Agreements (CDA), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTA), budgets as well as amendments to these documents, as needed.Maintains tracking (CTMS) regarding site contracts and budgets and provides regular updates to the project team and client regarding status and efforts to ensure timelines are maintained. Proactively communicates updates on contract and budget status and workflow progress to Sr. Manager and other internal stakeholders and teams.Attends internal team meetings as necessary to report on status and to ensure alignment on the strategy of execution and risk management for completion of study budgets and contracts (and amendments) to meet study timelines and goals. Collaborates with Manager/Senior Manager, Regulatory Operations to ensure efficiency and appropriate prioritization of sites.Escalates any difficulties with negotiation, all site and Client concerns and any potential risks to the Sr. Tempus’ proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.Summary:Provides support for site contract and budget activities for all assigned projects in accordance with applicable regulatory guidelines/requirements, Tempus Compass Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and project specific plans.  Will be the point of contact with outside parties on contract and budget matters. Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry?Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way.

Program Manager

Company: Resource Innovations

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 24, 2023

Electrification. Resource Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. Carbon reduction. Load flexibility. Manages client expectations, satisfaction, communications, and resolves and/or escalates client issues. Develops, manages, and fosters partnerships with subcontractors, community groups, and other industry affiliates/stakeholders. Discover how at www.resource-innovations.com. Women-led, purpose built and focused on impact, we're constantly expanding our portfolio of solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we're driving the material change needed to renew the promise of energy. About Resource Innovations Resource Innovations (RI) is an energy transformation firm.

Compliance Associate I

Company: SMS Assist

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 25, 2023

Duties, responsibilities and activities, and schedule may change at any time with or without notice.SMS Assist is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that welcomes and encourages all applicants to apply regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital or parental status, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy or other reasons prohibited by law.LI-AA1LI-HYBRID We're community volunteers, karaoke partners, and lifelong friends. We're innovators, disruptors, and out-of-the-box thinkers. Responsibilities include managing vendor contracts and insurance policies, reporting on vendors' compliance status, ensuring all applicable information is properly included in SMS Assist's databases, collaborating with various internal departments in order to achieve appropriate risk management standards, and overall vendor relationship management.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain positive vendor relations required to ensure superior customer satisfactionConsult with vendors about specific compliance requirements including, but not limited to, contract terms, insurance requirements, customer rules and regulations, and the Immigration Reform and Control ActReview vendor insurance policies to ensure compliance with SMS Assist's contractual standardsPossess ability to effectively communicate with vendors and insurance agents regarding various insurance coverages, including but not limited to general liability, auto, umbrella, and other coveragesReview vendor contractual documents, consult with and aid the senior Legal Department staff in the performance of any contractual edits and negotiationsIdentify, research, and resolve vendor issues related to SMS Assist's contractual standardsCorrespond and collaborate with various Legal Department members regarding various compliance issuesVerify vendor business registrations and certifications with various private and governmental entities and databases, including validation of vendor tax information with IRS databasesEnsure vendor compliance with contractual requirements, including laws and customer requirementsObtain and vet key vendor financial documentationSeek alternative ways to innovate and improve current processes and procedures, including developing risk management strategiesProcess all contract requests and reports within assigned deadlinesFoster a positive team environmentEnsure confidentiality of internal and external dataPerform ad-hoc projects and other duties as assignedProfessional SkillsCustomer Service - ProficientVerbal Communication - AdvancedWritten Communication - AdvancedTeamwork - ProficientRelationships - AdvancedNegotiation - ProficientOrganizational Awareness - AdvancedLearning Agility - ProficientAnalysis - ProficientProblem Solving - ProficientProcess Orientation - ProficientPrioritization - AdvancedRole Specific SkillsExceptional oral and written communication skillsSuperb investigative abilities and capacity to research various governmental and informational databasesAbility to independently analyze, research, and problem solveCapable of prioritizing and managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentProfessional, with a high-level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentialityExcellent "customer service" skills (i.e. ability to actively listen, address issues, properly follow up onresolutions, and ensure everything is done in a timely manner)Thorough understanding of risk management and its role in an organizationAbility to negotiateQualificationsMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree or greater and previous experience in a related industryProficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and OutlookOther Relevant QualificationsPrevious experience in the legal and/or insurance industries (or related legal education)Previous experience in the facilities industryContract management experiencePlease note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. We work across the industries that make up your community, including retail, food service, banking, residential, and more, and we help them find the right provider in our network (we call them Affiliates) in more than 45 trades. We're passionate about the people we serve, and we give our all because we care. As a division of the Legal Department, the Compliance Department and its Associates are the revenue protectors of SMS Assist and serve a critical risk management function for the company. The Compliance Associate enables SMS Assist to execute customer growth and retention strategies by building personal relationships with vendors and ensuring their compliance with applicable SMS Assist and customer requirements. Recognized on Forbes' Cloud 100 list, Deloitte's Technology Fast 500, Chicago Crain's Top Tech Employers, and more, SMS Assist manages more than 186,000 properties where people live and work.

Program Mgr (Chicago Hub Improvement Program) - 90363128 - Chicago

Company: Amtrak

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 21, 2023

Amtrak is seeking a Program Manager for the Chicago Hub Improvement Program (CHIP). The role involves day-to-day administrative and business management of CHIP, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, supporting funding applications, and liaising with various Amtrak departments. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or a related field, relevant training and experience, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits. Amtrak values high performance, recognizes individual contributions, and maintains a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol.

Data Center LAN Engineer

Company: SDI Presence

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 26, 2023

SDI Presence LLC, an IT consultancy and managed services provider, is seeking a Data Center LAN Engineer with extensive experience in enterprise engineering, particularly in large data centers and technology transformation projects. The role involves designing, architecting, and implementing technology solutions, ensuring optimal system performance, and leading the design and review processes for new systems. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of cloud, server, storage, virtualization, and backup technologies, with proven experience in migrating servers to Azure and using tools like Commvault, ASR, and PowerShell. A Bachelor's degree, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to quickly comprehend new technologies are required. SDI Presence is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Associate Program Manager

Company: Resource Innovations

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 24, 2023

Electrification. Resource Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. Carbon reduction. Load flexibility. Manages client expectations, satisfaction, communications, and resolves and/or escalates client issues. Develops, manages, and fosters partnerships with subcontractors, community groups, and other industry affiliates/stakeholders. Discover how at www.resource-innovations.com. Women-led, purpose built and focused on impact, we're constantly expanding our portfolio of solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we're driving the material change needed to renew the promise of energy. About Resource Innovations Resource Innovations (RI) is an energy transformation firm.

Field Operations Manager - Oklahoma City Region

Company: SMS Assist

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 25, 2023

Duties, responsibilities and activities, and schedule may change at any time with or without notice.SMS Assist is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that welcomes and encourages all applicants to apply regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital or parental status, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy or other reasons prohibited by law. We're community volunteers, karaoke partners, and lifelong friends. We're innovators, disruptors, and out-of-the-box thinkers. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills.Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite.Relationship Management Skills - Proficient in building, growing and developing relationships both remotely and in-personQualificationsAccount or Vendor Management with demonstrated increase to scope of responsibility.Bachelor's degree preferred.3-5 years in facilities management, maintenance management, or building maintenance trades, supply chain analytics, and procurement experience preferred TravelThis position is remote and requires up to 60% travel within the assigned geographic area of responsibility.Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. This role also analyzes data used to align vendors in their geographic areas to reduce risk, and improve performance and profitability.ResponsibilitiesEstablish a process for performance feedback for continual optimization of service levels and costs.Ensure consistency around operating standards /policies/procedures, governance/compliance, regulatory issues, and best business practices.Ensure all vendor requirements are clearly communicated and understood, and vendor compliance with contract requirements is monitored and effectively rated. In addition, this role is responsible for the development and maintenance of lasting partnerships with our vendors. We work across the industries that make up your community, including retail, food service, banking, residential, and more, and we help them find the right provider in our network (we call them Affiliates) in more than 45 trades. This role works closely with multiple internal and external stakeholders to address daily client challenges, while identifying and executing opportunities to make meaningful improvements to client operations. We're passionate about the people we serve, and we give our all because we care. Recognized on Forbes' Cloud 100 list, Deloitte's Technology Fast 500, Chicago Crain's Top Tech Employers, and more, SMS Assist manages more than 186,000 properties where people live and work.

Project Manager

Company: Mathematica

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 21, 2023

Mathematica is seeking Project Managers with at least 3 years of experience in a high-intensity project management environment. The role involves managing complex projects, both client-facing and internal, and proposals. Project Managers will be responsible for leading or supporting all aspects of project management, including day-to-day project activities, resource and schedule management, risk management, and task prioritization. They will also contribute to, and may lead, process-oriented tasks on projects, and develop expertise in public policy. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the advantages of being 100 percent employee owned.

Inside Sales Representative

Company: Keeper Security, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 21, 2023

Keeper Security, a leading cybersecurity company, is hiring a driven Inside Sales Representative for a 100% remote position. The role involves driving new business, managing full sales cycles, and building client relationships. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of software sales experience, Salesforce experience, and a track record of exceeding sales quotas. Keeper offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, and generous PTO.

Customer Success Representative

Company: 1WorldSync

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 21, 2023

1WorldSync, a leading SaaS company in product content management, is seeking a Customer Success Representative for its Chicago, IL or Dayton, OH office. The role involves executing strategic customer upsell campaigns, renewals, and retention activities within the SME customer segment. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of two years of sales or customer success experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to understand and communicate technology. The position offers a base salary of $50,000 - $55,000, commission potential, and comprehensive benefits. The role requires 3 days per week at the office and up to 5% travel.

Senior Commercial Operations Analyst

Company: Tempus

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 21, 2023

The text discusses the role and responsibilities of a position within Tempus Compass, focusing on proposal development, contract negotiation, and change order management. The individual is expected to work collaboratively with various teams and stakeholders, demonstrate Tempus Compass values, and have a minimum of four years of experience in proposals, budget, contract, or change order development in a clinical research environment. The position requires excellent communication skills, independent judgment, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. The company is an equal opportunity employer.

Campaign Operations Manager

Company: American Medical Association

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 25, 2023

As an EOE/AA employer, the American Medical Association will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and veteran or disability status. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workforce. The American Medical Association is located at 330 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 and is convenient to all public transportation in Chicago. May include other responsibilities as assigned REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree required; concentration in marketing or related degree preferred; Master's Degree a plus.7+ years of direct marketing background required with experience in campaign project management and vendor management; marketing agency or membership experience a plus.7+ years' experience and demonstrated competencies of the printing and mailing business including manufacturing, paper, postage, online product needs and functionality; ability to direct multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment is requiredDemonstrated experience leading teams of marketing professionals with a diverse set of backgrounds ranging from creative to operations.Demonstrated competencies of the printing and mailing business including; manufacturing, paper and online product needs and functionality; ability to direct multiple projects in a deadline driven environment is required.Demonstrated experience in executing high quality campaigns across multiple direct channels; mail, email, fax, telemarketing required.Vendor management experience, including bidding and contract negotiations that support technical production preferred.Proven budget experience, including the ability to develop, control and manage operations budget for multiple and diverse products and projects is required.Proven success in member communications based on keen understanding of members services and member needs.Excellent collaboration and communications skills working with both internal teams and external stakeholders, ability to interact effectively with all levels of management.Exceptional time and project management skills; formal project management training and knowledge of project management tools a plus. As a Campaign Operations Manager; you will operationalize the marketing strategy by executing all tactics and coordinatinghigh-quality production of marketing campaigns and programs, focusing onexceptional member service, flawless execution, streamlined operations andcontinual process improvements. returned mail) and establish a process for frequent member database updates to the Masterfile, with longer term goal of automation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. RESPONSIBILITIES: Campaign Management and Execution Partner with Marketing Strategy team to translate strategy from power point format to production format on the campaign matrix and provide recommendations based on historical results, vendor insights, trends, and best practices.Execute campaigns and projects per established requirements and deadlines within budget, and with a high degree of quality.Manage the detailed and high-volume proofing process of all direct mail & email campaigns.Attend press checks to monitor process and print quality.Independently manages production schedule.Manage a multitude of high frequency, large reach campaigns that include direct mail, email, fax, telemarketing, text/mobile.Manage the Auto Renew program to achieve goals for growth and retention.Foster a collaborative relationship with the USC and provide campaign overviews and details for member retention and acquisition.Research and propose new or modified campaigns to drive response and reduce cost Vendor Management and Budget Tracking Partner with Director Campaign Operations on vendor management processes. This is a hybrid position reporting into our Chicago, IL office, requiring 3 days a week in the office. Helps ensure budget and business needs are in alignment.Lead business reviews with vendors and establish a scorecard for improved evaluation Provide recommendations for vendor expansion and service enhancements.Provide tracking and reporting of print and production expenses for membership campaignsActively participate in annual budget planning and preparationContinually evaluate opportunities to better utilize the budget to expand marketing reach Member Services Collaborate with the USC, and other internal business units, to maintain a positive member experience by being highly responsive to member inquiries such as calls, emails and escalations.Track indirect member responses (i.e.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical hourly or weekly rates for contract tech roles at different seniority levels?
Entry‑level contractors earn $30–$50 per hour, mid‑level $50–$80, senior‑level $80–$120, specialist roles such as AI/ML or security typically $100–$150, and lead or architect positions can exceed $150 per hour. Regional cost of living and the specific technology stack also influence these ranges.
What skills and certifications are most sought after for contract tech positions?
High‑demand skills include cloud platform expertise (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, GCP Professional Cloud Architect), Kubernetes & Helm, Terraform, CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI, security certifications such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+, data engineering tools (Snowflake, BigQuery), programming languages (Python, Go, TypeScript), and Agile or Scrum facilitation. Demonstrated project experience on similar stacks is often required.
Can contract tech roles be performed remotely, and what is the typical remote work policy?
Approximately 80–90% of contract tech positions are fully remote, with clients providing VPN access and collaboration tools. Some contracts may require occasional on‑site visits for client meetings or data‑center access, but most clients emphasize a remote‑first workflow and enforce compliance with local data‑residency laws.
How can contractors advance their careers while staying in contract work?
Contractors can build a strong portfolio, specialize in high‑paying stacks, pursue advanced certifications, and secure retainer or multi‑project contracts. Continuous learning keeps rates high, and many contractors transition into permanent roles with the same clients or move into consulting, contract management, or specialized advisory positions.
What current industry trends are influencing the demand for contract tech talent?
Digital transformation, cloud migration, AI/ML adoption, cybersecurity needs, remote‑first culture, microservices architecture, edge computing, and the rise of platform‑as‑a‑service (PaaS) are driving companies to hire contractors for rapid experimentation, scaling, and expertise that is too scarce for full‑time positions.

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