What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract Manager position at Meet Life Sciences?
Job Title: Contracts Manager II – R&D
Location: Alameda, CA
Department: Legal
Position Summary
The Contracts Manager II supports the Legal Department’s R&D contracting function, partnering closely with Clinical Operations, Development, and Research teams. This role is responsible for drafting, negotiating, and managing a range of agreements supporting clinical and research activities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate agreements (clinical trial agreements, NDAs, consulting, research, and vendor contracts)
- Support contracting needs across Clinical Operations, Development, and Research
- Interpret contract terms and assist with compliance and issue resolution
- Identify and communicate legal and business risks to internal stakeholders
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, Procurement, and R&D teams
- Track contract status and support contract lifecycle management processes
- Provide general support to in-house counsel on R&D contracting matters
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with 8–10 years of relevant experience, or JD with 2 years of experience
- Strong experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and management
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical/biotech R&D and clinical development preferred
- Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities
- Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail
Work Environment
- Office-based role with minimal to no travel