Attorney I
Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, Austin, TX, United States
Overview
ATTORNEY
Texas leads the country in its unprecedented commitment to catalyze discovery and progress in preventing cancer and researching and developing innovative technologies to detect, treat, and cure cancer. Created by the Texas Legislature and approved by two statewide votes in 2007 and 2019, the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) directs the state\'s $6 billion cancer initiative. To date, the agency has awarded more than $4.1 billion in grants to Texas research institutions and organizations through its academic research, prevention, and product development research programs, resulting in a significant increase in intellectual property and knowledge related to cancer treatments, cures, and prevention best practices.
General
Position Summary
Performs entry-level attorney work involving interpreting laws, procedures, and rules. Work involves planning and organizing work, preparing legal documents, rendering advice, drafting memoranda and administrative rules for the Texas Register.
Other duties may include assisting the agency with reviewing procurement contracts and drafting and reviewing agreements.
This position reports directly to the General Counsel, working under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
CPRIT operates on a standard Monday - Friday work schedule. Approval of an alternative work schedule, including any form of teleworking, is at management\'s discretion and based on the business needs of the agency and the requirements of the position. This position may be eligible to telework up to a maximum of 20 hours in a 40-hour-a-week hybrid work schedule.
Salary
Range: (B22) $57,614 - $93,138 / year
Closing Date
May 1, 2026
Qualifications
Required Experience and Education
Experience in legal work. Graduation from an accredited law school with a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
Preferred Experience
Working knowledge of government and administrative law (e.g., Texas Administrative Procedures Act; Public Information Act; and the Texas Open Meetings Act).
Experience at a State of Texas agency or institution of higher education.
Experience working on state agency procurement and drafting contract agreements.
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ATTORNEY
Texas leads the country in its unprecedented commitment to catalyze discovery and progress in preventing cancer and researching and developing innovative technologies to detect, treat, and cure cancer. Created by the Texas Legislature and approved by two statewide votes in 2007 and 2019, the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) directs the state\'s $6 billion cancer initiative. To date, the agency has awarded more than $4.1 billion in grants to Texas research institutions and organizations through its academic research, prevention, and product development research programs, resulting in a significant increase in intellectual property and knowledge related to cancer treatments, cures, and prevention best practices.
General
Position Summary
Performs entry-level attorney work involving interpreting laws, procedures, and rules. Work involves planning and organizing work, preparing legal documents, rendering advice, drafting memoranda and administrative rules for the Texas Register.
Other duties may include assisting the agency with reviewing procurement contracts and drafting and reviewing agreements.
This position reports directly to the General Counsel, working under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
CPRIT operates on a standard Monday - Friday work schedule. Approval of an alternative work schedule, including any form of teleworking, is at management\'s discretion and based on the business needs of the agency and the requirements of the position. This position may be eligible to telework up to a maximum of 20 hours in a 40-hour-a-week hybrid work schedule.
Salary
Range: (B22) $57,614 - $93,138 / year
Closing Date
May 1, 2026
Qualifications
Required Experience and Education
Experience in legal work. Graduation from an accredited law school with a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
Preferred Experience
Working knowledge of government and administrative law (e.g., Texas Administrative Procedures Act; Public Information Act; and the Texas Open Meetings Act).
Experience at a State of Texas agency or institution of higher education.
Experience working on state agency procurement and drafting contract agreements.
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