Akero Therapeutics · 3 months ago
Contracts Specialist
United States
Contract
Remote
Mid Level
$91K/yr - $117K/yr
4+ years expAkero Therapeutics is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing transformational treatments for patients with serious metabolic diseases. They are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented contract specialist to assist with preparation, review, negotiation, and management of various types of contracts across their entire lifecycle, collaborating with various departments to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
BiotechnologyLife ScienceTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Manage contract requests within the contract management system to ensure timely and complete review, approval and contract execution
Prepare Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs), Consulting Agreements, and Master Service Agreements (MSAs) using approved contract templates. Review Statements of Work to ensure compliance with company policies and requirements
Ensure timely execution of contracts and assist with lifecycle management (including extension of contracts prior to expiration)
Handle contract amendments, extensions, and terminations as needed
Maintain contract records, monitor deadlines, and track renewals and amendments
Maintain and update contract database
Work closely with various departments, including clinical operations, CMC, legal and finance, to facilitate resolution of contractual issues and provide guidance on contract-related matters
Other responsibilities as assigned in order to meet company needs
Qualification
Required
Minimum 4 years of contract experience, including knowledge of contract principles and procedures
Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills are required
Self-motivated, well-organized and detail-oriented with the flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Works well independently as well as in a team environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Demonstrates collaborative communication and problem-solving spirit
Willingness to do what needs to be done in a dynamic environment
BA or BS degree required
Preferred
Prior experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry is preferred
The ability to assist with additional projects is a highly desired trait
Company
Akero Therapeutics
Akero Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on reversing the NASH epidemic by restoring the body’s metabolism to a balanced state.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$951.1MKey Investors
Pfizer Breakthrough Growth InitiativeHercules CapitalJanus Henderson Investors
2025-10-09Acquired
2024-03-05Post Ipo Equity· $366.9M
2023-05-15Post Ipo Equity· $124.2M
Leadership Team
Scott Gangloff
Chief Technology Officer
P
Patrick Lamy
Senior Vice President, Commercial Strategy
Recent News
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