Commercial Contracts Attorney

Medpace; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Medpace, a leading contract research organization, seeks a full-time Contracts Attorney to support its Commercial Operations team in Cincinnati. The role focuses on developing and managing client contracts, including master services agreements, statements of work, and CDAs, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and strategic objectives.

The attorney will review, draft, and negotiate strategic contracts, collaborate with business partners, and evaluate risks—legal, financial, and

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate required and licensed to practice in Ohio.
• Strong communication, negotiation and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of clinical trial and contracts legislation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, negotiate, and finalize customer-related contracts including master services agreements, statements of work, CDAs, and/or other related contracts
• Facilitate clear communication, evaluations and reporting of ongoing contract negotiations
• Independently review and draft contracts, and lead negotiation of strategic contracts
• Work collaboratively with business partners
• Evaluate legal, financial and business risks associated with contracts in compliance with company policies
• Design and participate in initiatives relating to contract management and compliance

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking to introduce a full-time Contracts Attorney to expand our Commercial Operations team. The Contracts Attorney will play a key role in the development and management of contracts with Medpace’s clients, pharmaceutical companies, and strategic vendors for clinical research trials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, negotiate, and finalize customer-related contracts including master services agreements, statements of work, CDAs, and/or other related contracts;
• Facilitate clear communication, evaluations and reporting of ongoing contract negotiations;
• Independently review and draft contracts, and lead negotiation of strategic contracts;
• Work collaboratively with business partners;
• Evaluation of legal, financial and business risks associated with contracts in compliance with company policies, in order to protect company interests; and
• Design and participate in initiatives relating to contract management and compliance.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate with 1-2 years of contracting experience;
• Licensed in Ohio or the ability to obtain Corporate Counsel status in Ohio;
• Knowledge of relevant Clinical Trial and Contracts Legislation;
• Excellent communication, negotiation and leadership skills; and
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase l-lV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.

Purpose-Driven Work

• Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence

Collaborative Culture

• Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.
• Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable

Continuous Growth & Development

• Office based environment with on-site mentors
• Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities
• Industry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development
• Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career
• An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly

Other Employee Benefits

• Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance
• Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits
• Office based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after training
• Company-sponsored social events and intramural sports

Cincinnati Headquarters Experience

• A modern corporate campus designed to support collaboration and productivity
• Multiple on-site dining options in the heart of Madison Square
• Free on-site parking
• Convenient access to on-site 24-7 fitness and wellness facilities