You will help biotech, medtech, and specialty pharma companies transform life-changing ideas and breakthrough science into new medicines, devices, and diagnostics. What we do is profoundly connected to saving and improving lives, and we recognize our team members are the most valuable asset in delivering success.
We are here to help you grow, to give you the skills and opportunities to excel at work with the flexibility and balance your life requires.
Your ideas influence the way we work, and your voice matters here.
As an essential part of our team, you help us deliver the medical innovation that patients are desperate for.
Join us and build your future here.
What you'll be doing:
Managing all aspects of implementing Non-Disclosure Agreements, Clinical Trial Agreements, Contract Amendments and other associated documents ensuring compliance.
Managing all steps of the process for initiation and completion of all Site Contracts in parallel with study start up timelines and site initiation projections.
Liaising with the client for reporting on the status and execution of all documents.
Negotiating the terms of all Site Contract templates with each Sponsor.
Assisting with the development and maintenance of templates for CTAs, NDAs and other documents as needed.
What we are looking for:
Undergraduate degree or its international equivalent in legal studies or life sciences from an accredited institution. Law degree preferred.
At least 2 years of Contract Lead experience, including legal experience with contract language, escalation review, budget and template development, negotiations, direct interaction with Sponsor.
At least 1 year of related industry experience (CRO preferred).
Knowledge of basic requirements of contracts, non-disclosure agreements, powers of attorney and related documents.
Knowledge of Privacy Laws and regulations pertaining to cross border transfer of data.
This position is offered as an hourly paid contractor / freelancer. It will be a full FTE with a contract duration of a year.
The successful candidate should be available at short notice and will ideally be set up to work in a freelance / contractor capacity.
Skills Required
- Undergraduate degree in legal studies or life sciences (or international equivalent)
- Law degree
- At least 2 years of Contract Lead experience including legal contract language, escalation review, budget and template development, negotiations
- At least 1 year of related industry experience
- CRO experience
- Knowledge of contracts, non-disclosure agreements, powers of attorney and related documents
- Knowledge of Privacy Laws and regulations pertaining to cross-border transfer of data
- Ability to work as an hourly paid contractor/freelancer and be available at short notice
What We Do
We’re out to change the course of medical science. Are you ready to rise to the challenge? Premier Research is not about being everything to everyone. Instead, our deep, focused expertise targets the therapeutic areas and indications where today’s biotech and specialty pharma pioneers are doing the most amazing work. We’re 1,500 employees strong and operate in more than 20 countries, delivering unmatched expertise, operational skills, and dedication to meeting customers’ most challenging needs. Join us and meet some of the brightest minds in clinical development today — people who apply their best thinking to every project, recognizing that what they do significantly affects the lives and well-being of customers, patients, physicians, and colleagues. You’ll enjoy great benefits and very flexible working conditions in a company that values your contributions, rewards your achievements, and is committed to helping you reach your full potential. Are you ready to make a real difference and help us transform this exciting industry? Follow our company page for more information about us and the work we do, and check out our current openings for your next career move!
