Agreement Associate

Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary Responsible for managing and overseeing the contractual agreements within the Research organization by ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, mitigating risks, and facilitating smooth financial operations. Develops training materials for junior staff, implements training/on-boarding initiatives and functions as a go to for day-to-day inquiries. Essential Functions: -Responsible for managing and overseeing research contracting on behalf of Mass General Brigham and its member institutions; ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements; mitigating risks; and facilitating financial operations. -Provides training and support for junior staff, implements training/on-boarding initiatives, and serves as a resource on research contracting matters for Research Management colleagues and Mass General Brigham's research community. -Drafts and negotiates the terms and conditions of research agreements, including, but not limited to, clinical trial agreements, research service, confidentiality, material transfer, and data use agreements. -Acts as a designated institutional business official for Research Management holding full signing authority on behalf of Mass General Brigham and its member institutions. -Develops and implements contracts-related training for departmental and central research staff, as needed. -Provides support, coordination and management of contracting for large-scale research collaborations, complex and unusual agreements, and complex research projects, as assigned. -Manages a high volume of research agreements, including agreements of high complexity, for assigned departments.

Qualifications

Education Bachelor's and Juris Doctor Degrees required; however, research contracting experience may be accepted in lieu of a Juris Doctor Degree Experience At least 3-5 years of contract administration/negotiation experience is required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to interpret and analyze contract terms. Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to review and interpret complex contract language and identify potential risks and issues. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. High level of integrity and ethical behavior in handling sensitive contractual and financial information. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Working Conditions This is a remote role that can be done from most US states This is a Monday through Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM ET schedule Remote Type Remote Work Location 399 Revolution Drive Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $99,465.60 - $141,804.00/Annual Grade 8 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. EEO Statement: 0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.