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Title: Associate General Counsel, Technology Transfer
Job Type:
Regular Company: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Department: General Counsel & Compliance Time Type: Full time Weekly Hours: 40 FTE: 1 Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Summary: • Roswell Park is seeking an Associate General Counsel to work in the General Counsel and Compliance Department, reporting to the Vice President and General Counsel or the Deputy General Counsel.• This position will be primarily assigned to support Roswell Park's research mission, Office of Technology Transfer, and GMP Engineering & Cell Manufacturing Facility (the “Facility”). The selected candidate will work closely with research leadership, Facility leadership, the Office of Technology Transfer (“OTT”), the Office of Clinical Research Services, the Office of Research Subject Protection, the Privacy and Compliance Office, as well as research faculty and physician investigators.
• The selected candidate will be responsible for reviewing and negotiating a wide variety of contracts, which may include: (i) research related agreements (clinical trial, collaborative research, sponsored research, material transfer and data use agreements); (ii) technology transfer, license agreements, research and development, and other agreements having significant intellectual property implications; (iii) production and manufacturing agreements (for the manufacture/production of investigational cellular therapy products and intermediates, viral and non-viral vectors, and other related products) ); and (iv) procurement contracts (equipment and product purchase and service agreements).
• The selected candidate will assist with other legal matters as needed to support the areas referenced above, which matters may include providing regulatory guidance, contract interpretation, and other legal support as requested.
• The Associate General Counsel interfaces with management of various clinical, research, and administrative departments and provides timely legal guidance to facilitate Roswell Park objectives and support operations while minimizing potential legal risk and exposure.
• Must develop and maintain knowledge of relevant intellectual property law, FDA regulations, research subject protection regulations, New York laws applicable to public entities and hospitals, and general health and privacy laws to support legal practice.
• At least three (3) years, five (5) years preferred, experience handling a minimum of one (1) of the categories of agreements listed in (i) through (iv) above is required. Experience with technology transfer, cell and gene therapy, clinical research, and/or intellectual property matters in a health care or life science setting is strongly preferred.
• This position qualifies for a hybrid remote work arrangement.
Starting salary of $141,442 commensurate with experience. Qualifications: Required Education and Experience
License Requirement
J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school and admitted to practice law by the State of New York Bar.
Education and Experience
Four (4) years of full-time responsible private practice or in-house legal experience, including general corporate and/or business related matters.
NOTE:
Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual's relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Our Core Values
RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.
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