Contracts Associate -- OCCRC (Remote)

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia•Philadelphia, PA

51d•Remote

About The Position

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation. At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care-and your career. CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means. A Brief Overview This role is responsible for the negotiation and preparation of contracts and agreements on behalf of the Office of Collaborative and Corporate Research Contracts. This role also will maintain agreement databases, ensure compliance with regulations, help resolve contractual issues within agreements, and assist with the development and implementation of policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree - Required
Previous experience drafting, negotiating and preparing contracts - Required
Advanced proficiency with office software (Microsoft Office) including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Advanced proficiency with databases and information management systems
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent time management skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels

Nice To Haves

Doctorate Law or Jurisprudence - Preferred
Bachelor's Degree Paralegal Studies - Preferred
Associate's Degree Paralegal Studies - Preferred
At least three (3) years of contracting experience - Preferred
Previous paralegal training experience - Preferred
Previous clinical research or healthcare related experience - Preferred

Responsibilities

This position will prepare, according to policies and procedures, the timely execution of: Confidentiality Agreements, Consulting Agreements, Material Transfer Agreements, Data Transfer Agreements, Research Collaboration Agreements, Sponsored Research Agreements, Consortium Agreements, In-License Agreements, and other agreements.
This position will: (1) participate in the drafting, preparation, and negotiation of Inter Institutional and other agreements; (2) maintain the departmental agreement data base; (3) ensure compliance with governmental and industry regulations; (4) collaborate with contract management and institutional liaisons to resolve contractual issues within agreements; and (5) assist with development and implementation of institutional policies and procedures related to research projects requiring written contracts negotiated.
Collaborate with team members, individual investigators and personnel within the Hospital in the preparation and submission of agreements
Collaborate with management, internal Hospital / department personnel, and legal staff to ensure agreements internal compliance, and consistency between informed consent documents and agreements
Identify any problematic language that may require negotiation and/or input from other CHOP offices (such as Offices of Technology Transfer, Risk Management, and General Counsel); and appropriately escalate stalled contract negotiations
Maintain active communication with all stakeholders including investigators, research personnel, management, and external collaborators
Function as departmental liaison with internal Hospital staff and external corporate research sponsors
Participate in process improvement initiatives to provide internal customer service
Generate reports to measure / manage workflow efficiently and effectively
Provide documentation and reports to accounting, research and other departments for post award management and as requested
Develop and conduct contract orientations, workshops, and presentations
Enhance knowledge of agreements' academic standards, research best practices, and negotiations policies through ongoing personal development