Insight Global · 4 days ago
Senior Contract Manager
Spring House, PA
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
$60/hr - $90/hr
7+ years expInsight Global is supporting a top pharmaceutical client’s Research and Academic Partnerships team by seeking a Senior Manager, Contracts. This role involves managing and negotiating research-focused agreements with academic institutions and non-profit organizations, ensuring compliance and timely execution of contracts that support research collaborations.
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Responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including research collaboration agreements, data transfer agreements, licenses for research tools, material transfer agreements, and confidentiality agreements (CDAs)
Amend and adapt existing templates to meet project-specific needs while ensuring compliance with client standards
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal RAP team members, academic partners, and subject matter experts (SMEs) such as IP attorneys
Schedule and lead calls to align stakeholders, resolve issues, and keep projects moving forward
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely execution of agreements and adherence to deadlines
Maintain accurate records and databases of agreements, including progress tracking and reporting of metrics
Ensure all agreements comply with client policies and applicable laws and regulations
Address complex IP and contractual language issues common in academic partnerships
Work closely with RAP team members (many with JD or Ph.D. backgrounds) to draft initial language and escalate to SMEs when needed
Support the RAP team in managing approximately 500 agreements anticipated for 2025
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) degree preferred; experience with life sciences agreements strongly preferred
7+ years of experience drafting and negotiating contracts, ideally within research or academic partnership environments
Strong understanding of IP terms, research collaboration agreements, and compliance requirements
Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience with database management and contract tracking systems
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Preferred
Experience working with academic institutions and non-profit organizations
Knowledge of IP transactions and M&A agreements
Prior exposure to life sciences or pharmaceutical industry contracts
Company
Insight Global
Insight Global provides top talent and staffing solutions that help job seekers find careers in healthcare, finance, IT, and government.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2010-07-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Jared Streppa
President Of Company’s Technology Division
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