Contracts Director
Scorpion Therapeutics, Cambridge, MA, United States
Position Responsibilities
Lead the drafting and negotiations of contracts customary to a biotech company in the process of launching its first product, with a primary focus on Development, Research, CMC/Technical Operations, and IT contracts. Responsible for drafting and negotiating biotechnology-related agreements, including master service agreements, material transfer agreements, consulting agreements, confidentiality agreements, research agreements and clinical trial site agreements and related statements of work.
Manage and maintain contracts management system and associated contracting processes, including providing company-wide trainings.
Provide legal support across the organization, including quickly and effectively identifying complex legal and compliance issues and providing advice in a manner that integrates legal risk management with the company’s business objectives.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and successfully manage multiple projects.
Develop and maintain strong business relationships across the company and contribute to cross‑functional or departmental projects and teams.
Maintain a positive team culture.
Manage and complete any additional projects or legal matters as needed, including general corporate matters.
Candidate Requirements
- License to practice Law in Massachusetts or equivalent preferred, but candidates without a J.D. will be considered who have deep industry experience
- Ten or more years’ experience drafting and negotiating biotechnology-related agreements, including master service agreements, SOWs, research agreements, clinical trial related agreements, manufacturing or supply chain agreements, and commercial contracts in the life sciences industry
- Previous experience working on an in‑house legal team at a biotechnology company required
- Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail, sound judgment, organization and time management required
- Strong interpersonal skills and desire to engage collaboratively required
- Strong oral and written communication skills required, including the ability to provide concise and timely advice to business partners
- Familiarity with contracts management systems such as Ironclad and DocuSign eSignature preferred
- Bachelor’s degree from accredited university required