Senior Industry Contracts Officer

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Senior Industry Contracts Officer
The candidate will be responsible for the review, negotiation and execution of all industry sponsored research agreements. Determines the nature and scope of the relationship of organization investigators to industry sponsors, assesses the likelihood of downstream intellectual property, and develops the business terms of the research project. Other duties include developing subject matter expertise in specific areas, and participating in problem-solving and formulation of strategies and policies around the individual’s areas of expertise, in collaboration with ITA leadership, other units on campus and UCOP, as appropriate. May also be asked to lead cross-functional teams of professionals in complex alliances or transactions. Should have BA/BS degree with a major in a related field and 6 years of experience in administrative analysis or operations research, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. MBA, J.D., Ph.D or equivalent degree in a related or scientific field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience within research administration or contract negotiation/management is desired. Science degree and/or work experience in bench research a plus. Prior University experience is preferred. Prior work experience with related contracts issues, such as intellectual property, indemnification/liability, confidentiality, and publication is desired. Demonstrated experience working within the research environment at organization or another major university is preferred. Must have 5 years of contracting, legal, and/or other negotiation experience in the private sector, preferably in the science area. Relevant work experience will be considered. Demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating contracts and a wide variety of other research-related agreements are needed. Must have demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted contracting and subcontracting practices. Should have demonstrated ability to interpret and clearly articulate institutional principles, intellectual property laws, complex concepts, regulations and policies. Must have ability to understand the varying objectives and needs of faculty and industry sponsors. Should have ability to analyze complex technical data using logic and quantitative reasoning. Must have demonstrated ability to apply and implement creative solutions to complex problems that respect the policies and needs of each party. Demonstrated understanding of the technical and legal issues affecting protection, use and exploitation of intellectual property is preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of the legal distinctions between gifts, grants, and contracts and the ability to explain these distinctions to faculty, staff and industry sponsors are desired. Demonstrated understanding of the mission of a major research and teaching university (with a hospital/medical enterprise) and the principles that form the foundation of academic research is preferred. Should have Demonstrated knowledge of the policies and practices employed by institutions of higher education in managing research activities and relations with industry sponsors (e.g., use of facilities; conflicts of interest; regulatory compliance; stewardship responsibilities; management of intellectual property, liability and risk analyses, etc.). Must have knowledge of copyright and patent law.

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