Contracts Specialist - Austin

Biorce; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MacBook provided

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Hybrid work model

Pet-friendly office

Job summary

Biorce is seeking a Contracts Specialist to manage the full contract lifecycle from Austin, Texas. You will draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements (MSAs, SOWs, NDAs) and ensure compliance with data privacy standards.

You will collaborate with sales, finance and operations to resolve terms, flag risks, and maintain templates and playbooks to accelerate deal closure. The role supports pharma sponsors, CROs and research sites in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in contract management, contract administration or a similar commercial legal role
• Proven experience drafting, redlining and negotiating commercial agreements such as MSAs, SOWs and NDAs
• Strong understanding of liability, indemnification, IP, confidentiality and payment terms
• Familiarity with data privacy and security clauses (HIPAA, GDPR, DPAs)
• Experience with contract lifecycle management (CLM) and e-signature tools

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, order forms, and vendor and partner contracts
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, from intake and redlines to approvals, signature, renewals and amendments
• Review data protection terms, including DPAs and BAAs, in line with HIPAA, GDPR and customer security requirements
• Keep contract templates, playbooks and fallback positions up to date so teams can close deals faster
• Partner with sales, finance and operations to resolve commercial terms and flag risks early
• Maintain a well-organized contract repository and track key obligations, deadlines and renewals
• Escalate non-standard terms and higher-risk issues to legal counsel with clear summaries and recommendations

Skills

Contract management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organization

Education

JD or paralegal certification

Tools

Ironclad

DocuSign CLM

Juro

Salesforce

Job description

About the company

Biorce is a pioneering Healthtech company dedicated to revolutionizing drug development through the power of AI. We are passionate about accelerating medical advancements and improving patient outcomes.

Our team comprises seasoned clinical research professionals, data scientists, and AI experts, working collaboratively to bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and real-world clinical needs.

With an unwavering commitment to revolutionize healthcare, we envision a world where all patients benefit from accelerated and cost-effective access to treatments. Biorce is poised to redefine the landscape of healthcare, shaping a future where innovation and accessibility converge for the betterment of humanity.

About the role

Following our successful expansion into the U.S. and continued growth across Europe, we are seeking a Contracts Specialist to help drive our Legal function from our Austin, Texas hub.

This person will play a critical role in keeping deals moving quickly and safely, managing the full contract lifecycle for our customer, partner and vendor agreements as we scale with pharma sponsors, CROs and research sites.

Make Precision Possible. At Biorce, AI and biotech meet to change how clinical trials are run, and every agreement we sign helps bring that platform to the teams who need it.

Who We're Looking For

Someone with solid hands-on experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, ideally in SaaS, life sciences or healthcare. This person should be able to own agreements from first draft to signature, working independently with sales, finance and operations while knowing when to elevate to legal counsel.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, order forms, and vendor and partner contracts
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, from intake and redlines to approvals, signature, renewals and amendments
• Review data protection terms, including DPAs and BAAs, in line with HIPAA, GDPR and customer security requirements
• Keep contract templates, playbooks and fallback positions up to date so teams can close deals faster
• Partner with sales, finance and operations to resolve commercial terms and flag risks early
• Maintain a well-organized contract repository and track key obligations, deadlines and renewals
• Escalate non-standard terms and higher-risk issues to legal counsel with clear summaries and recommendations

Must-haves

• 2+ years of experience in contract management, contract administration or a similar commercial legal role
• Proven experience drafting, redlining and negotiating commercial agreements such as MSAs, SOWs and NDAs
• Strong understanding of key contract terms, including liability, indemnification, IP, confidentiality and payment terms
• Familiarity with data privacy and security clauses (HIPAA, GDPR, DPAs)
• Experience with contract lifecycle management (CLM) and e-signature tools
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Clear written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain legal terms to non-legal stakeholders

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience in life sciences, clinical research, healthcare or B2B SaaS
• Exposure to clinical trial agreements, CRO or pharma sponsor contracts
• Paralegal certification, JD or a legal studies background
• Experience working with international counterparties, especially in the U.S. and EU
• Experience with tools such as Ironclad, DocuSign CLM, Juro or Salesforce

Why Join Us?

• A dynamic work environment with an international team, where collaboration and diversity thrive.
• Work alongside top talent, united by a shared purpose and committed to making a real impact.
• Get equipped with a MacBook to enhance your productivity and work experience.
• Benefits package designed to support you and your family's overall well-being.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options beginning on the first of the month following hire.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility to balance your professional and personal life.
• Company events to celebrate achievements and enjoy time together.
• Our office is pet-friendly! You'll likely be greeted by a few wagging tails upon arrival.

Compensation range

• Austin: $80,000 - $110,000 gross annually*
• Other locations: Compensation will be discussed during the interview process

*Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills, and previous experience