Associate Contracts Manager Outgoing MTA Program

Associate Contracts Manager Outgoing MTA Program

South San Francisco, CA (Hybrid 3 days onsite)
3+ Month Contract
Mon Fri | Full-Time

We are seeking an Associate Contracts Manager to support a high-volume Research Contracts / MTA program managing up to 400 Material Transfer Agreements annually in a fast-paced biotech research environment.

What You ll Do

• Manage end-to-end lifecycle of Outgoing MTAs (70 110 active at a time)
• Coordinate with scientists, legal teams, academic partners & internal operations
• Handle high-volume email & rapid contract processing with precision
• Track and update real-time MTA data in systems/databases
• Support shipping, documentation, and import/export coordination
• Ensure accurate execution, filing, and post-contract completion

What You Bring

• Bachelor s in scientific discipline (preferred)
• 2-4 years in biotech, pharma, university, or contracts environment
• Familiarity with MTAs, legal agreements, or research materials
• Strong understanding of scientific terms (DNA, plasmids, antibodies, etc.)
• Excellent communication, organization & multitasking skills
• Experience with databases + MS Office + Google Workspace

Why This Role Stands Out

• High-impact research support role in biotech operations
• Exposure to legal + scientific + operational workflows
• Fast-paced environment with real ownership of contract lifecycle