Contractor, Legal (JD)

Bayside Solutions; Scottsdale (AZ); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in the life sciences sector is seeking a part-time legal counsel for a fully remote role. The position involves drafting and negotiating various commercial agreements, providing legal advice on data privacy compliance, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will hold a JD, have extensive experience in commercial contracts, and a strong understanding of privacy regulations including GDPR and HIPAA.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state.
• 8+ years of experience handling commercial contracts.
• 5+ years focused on data privacy and protection.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate a range of commercial agreements.
• Provide general legal advice on data privacy compliance.
• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).

Skills

Legal

Data Privacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Summary :

This opportunity is a part-time, fully remote role. Candidates who are local and can visit our offices occasionally for team meetings or special projects are preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements
• Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs)
• Collaboration and Licensing Agreements
• Sponsored Research Agreements (SRAs)
• Drug Manufacturing Agreements
• Other related commercial and operational contracts
• Draft and advise on Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
• Draft and update website and employee privacy policies
• Develop and maintain privacy-related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Provide general legal advice on data privacy compliance and best practices

Requirements and Qualifications :

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state
• 8+ years of experience handling commercial contracts, preferably in life sciences or a related field
• 5+ years of experience focused on data privacy and protection, including GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA, as applicable
• Experience in both a law firm and in-house setting (contract roles acceptable)
• Strong understanding of the regulatory landscape in life sciences and privacy

Desired Skills and Experience

Legal, Material Transfer Agreement, Licensing Agreements, Sponsored Research Agreements, Drug Manufacturing Agreements, Commercial Agreements, Data Processing Agreements, Data Protection Impact Assessments, privacy policy, data privacy, GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA

Bayside Solutions, Inc. is not able to sponsor any candidates at this time. Additionally, candidates for this position must qualify as a W2 candidate.

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