Clinical Research Paralegal

4 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States AbbVie Full time
Job Title: Clinical Research Paralegal

AbbVie is seeking a highly skilled Clinical Research Paralegal to support our global Clinical R&D organization. The successful candidate will work closely with attorneys in the Legal Division and R&D business, reporting to Senior Paralegal II, Clinical R&D Legal.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Review and negotiate clinical research-related contracts and agreements.
  • Provide legal support for clinical research projects, including reviewing and responding to queries related to legal sections of clinical research-related agreements and Informed Consent documents.
  • Maintain and update clinical research-related templates and forms with precision.
  • Interact and negotiate with individuals inside and outside AbbVie, including customers, suppliers, and government agencies.
  • Coordinate with AbbVie legal specialists on intellectual property and privacy law.
  • Represent AbbVie externally and resolve legal issues using negotiation skills and legal experience.
  • Identify and resolve routine legal matters in the area of responsibility with minimal supervision.
  • Develop knowledge of AbbVie's Clinical R&D business and supported client areas.
  • Possess strong communication skills to effectively gather relevant information from internal stakeholders.
  • Perform independent analysis of unique problems and propose solutions.
  • Escalate legal matters to attorneys and manager as appropriate.
  • Assist attorneys in resolving complex legal issues on projects involving multiple disciplines within the legal department and/or multiple functional areas or divisions within AbbVie.
  • Maintain a clear understanding of legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to clinical research.
  • Keep abreast of changes in laws that affect client areas.
  • Advises legal department managers of project developments in a timely manner.
  • Execute core job responsibilities in a timely manner.
  • Interact across all levels of management.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and/or relevant legal education (Paralegal certificate).
  • Minimum 2 years of paralegal experience, 3+ strongly preferred, including clinical research-related experience in negotiating contracts; at least one year in a corporate environment preferred.
  • Excellent oral/written communication, organization/analytical and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and project management abilities are all required.
  • Must be able to multi-task, analyze information, understand client needs, set and manage own work priorities, and meet deadlines.
  • Proficient in area of responsibility.
Additional Information:

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community, and embracing diversity and inclusion. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. AbbVie is committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.



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