Provides legal advice and counsel to Advocate Health’s National Center for Clinical Trials
Manages the negotiation process for clinical trial agreements and certain other agreements
Drafts and reviews agreements and negotiates modifications to ensure compliance with Advocate Health requirements and standards
Develops and maintains contract templates and playbooks to facilitate contract negotiations
Interacts with industry sponsors, academic institutions , and other health care systems as necessary to facilitate agreements for the purpose of collaborative research work
Reviews grants and grant applications for legal issues and risks and works with internal stakeholders to promote a clear understanding of Advocate Health’s obligations under those grants
Provides advice and counsel on investigatory matters related to clinical research and the IRB

Requires a minimum of 7 years’ experience representing health care entities , working in a contract research organization or pharmaceutical company or a combination of any of these
Juris Doctor degree
Strong organizational and project management skills
Specialized knowledge in local, state and federal laws and regulations relating to clinical research
Skills in analyzing laws, regulations, case law, standards, governing documents, contracts, risk management issues and matters to assist in protecting the organization from legal risk
Ability to integrate digital tools and artificial intelligence in legal research, reasoning, drafting and communications to enhance the quality, speed and context of legal services

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short
and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Senior Associate General Counsel, Clinical Research

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