Contract Attorney

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to join our Legal Department as a Contract Attorney and work as part of a team to drive success. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, independent, and highly flexible within a fast-paced environment.

In the Contract Attorney role, this individual will be the primary contact responsible for drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts and will actively collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and contribute toward creative problem solving.

Our ideal candidate will bring strong relevant law firm or in-house experience. In this role, the individual will have the opportunity to interact and collaborate with all levels of the organization including our clinical, research and finance teams as well as external organizations. This role is expected to grow with the company as we discover and develop life-saving therapies for patients in need.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage company CLM, including tracking and monitoring all requests, ensuring proper recording of contracts on the system, and tracking of important legal provisions.
• Draft, review and negotiate contracts across all areas of the organization, including but not limited to, non-disclosure, vendor, collaboration, licensing, and clinical trial agreements.
• Draft and update appropriate templates and work with stakeholders to develop contract strategies to support the organization.
• Engage appropriate internal subject matter experts to assist with and participate in information gathering, document development, contract and issue reviews, and contract negotiation.
• Prepare contract summaries to assure proper interpretation of contracts (e.g., milestones, obligations, deliverables, invoicing etc.) and advise on same.
• Generate reports and respond on a timely basis to ad hoc data requests from internal stakeholders.
• Drive increased efficiency, coordination, and effectiveness of contract processes to meet the needs of the business.
• Provide training and guidance on contract processes to internal stakeholders.
• Presentation of results in both written and oral format and delivery of completed reports within a multidisciplinary team.
• Support internal stakeholders on key commercial, legal, corporate policy and other considerations to ensure timely performance and adherence to terms of contracts.
• Work collaboratively with IT, Finance, and other internal stakeholders to implement and manage enhancements to systems.
• Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with external stakeholders.
• Maintain all appropriate corporate standards for facility safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Physical Characteristics:

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

On-Site Protocol:

Physical presence at the ADARx Pharmaceuticals worksite is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience of corporate contract experience, including developing, negotiation and managing a wide variety of contracts.
• Current on legal/regulatory updates affecting contracts and agreements.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once, drive execution and meet critical deadlines.
• Understanding of project timelines and deliverables and plans/coordinate project work accordingly with departmental, functional, and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills; excellent oral and written communication skills with experience in reviewing and redlining legal documents.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards exploring new approaches.
• Advance working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products, Adobe Pro. DocuSign.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior in-house experience in a public biotech and/or pharmaceutical company preferred.
• Experience managing CLM software a plus.
• CA Licensed.

Required Key Attributes:

• Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills with the ability to take a hands-on approach to work effectively in a dynamic and collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable / Flexible - willing and able to adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities as well as an ability to meet day-to-day challenges with confidence and professionalism.

Compensation:

• This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday, occasional overtime.
• Pay is commensurate with experience.
• Equity-based compensation
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Gym Membership
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick, Jury Duty, Bereavement

Work Authorization:

• United States (Required)
• Background Check
• As a condition of employment, you must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check.

Company Overview:

ADARx Pharmaceuticals, Inc., (the "Company" or "ADARx") located in San Diego, is a clinical stage biotechnology company committed to turning cutting-edge science into life-saving therapeutics. ADARx has developed proprietary RNA targeting platforms and technology for silencing or editing target mRNA. ADARx has a growing pipeline of RNA targeting therapeutics for treating diseases across a range of therapeutic areas including genetic, cardiometabolic, complement-mediated diseases and central nervous system.

ADARx currently has multiple active programs in development with the lead candidate in the clinic. We are well-financed by a syndicate of renowned VC firms.

ADARx Pharmaceuticals is an EEO employer committed to an exciting, diverse, and enriching work environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Disclosure Statement:

• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
• Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
• The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual target bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, type and length of experience within the industry, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
• Total Compensation includes base salary; benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; 401(k) matching program; paid time off; paid holidays; Employee Assistance Program; and other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including but not limited to cash bonuses.
• Following a conditional offer of employment, satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current NAI employee who was conditionally offered the position.