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Summary

Position Highlights:

The Assistant General Counsel II will provide legal advice and counsel to Moffitt management and staff regarding biomedical focused research, intellectual property, grants, ethics and regulatory compliance, and related contracting. The Assistant General Counsel II will manage assigned area(s) of responsibility within the General Counsel department. In this capacity, this position will be responsible for the direct supervision of legal work performed within their assigned area(s), which may include both internal and external resources. The Assistant General Counsel II will plan for and allocate resources to protect Moffitt's legal interest and maintain its operations in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The Assistant General Counsel II will provide guidance to internal customers on legal matters within their assigned area(s) and assist with the execution of legal documents, policies and procedures to support the legal, ethical and efficient operation of the organization.

The Ideal Candidate:

The legal services portion of duties will be to provide legal advice and counsel to Moffitt management and staff regarding bio-medical focused research, intellectual property, grants, ethics and regulatory compliance, and related contracting. Experience drafting and negotiating clinical trial agreements. Preference for experience in the following: Experience leading complex transactions with healthcare and biotechnology industry partners (both startups and large corporations) as well as other academic medical centers that include highly negotiated business and legal terms essential to achieving Moffitt’s strategic goals, including finance, use of facilities, technology transfer, and protection of intellectual property. Strong working knowledge of the statutory and regulatory requirements that arise in human subject research.

Responsibilities:

Manage the legal operations for the assigned area(s), which includes the direct supervision of legal work performed by internal and external resources within their area(s) of responsibility. Plan for and allocate legal resources to protect Moffitt's legal interest and maintain its operations in compliance with applicable law. Negotiate the terms and billing rates for external counsel, when necessary, and manage the work performance and expenses related to the engagement. Approve the payment of external counsel invoices and expenses (as prescribed by the Moffitt Payment Approval regulations). Provide legal advice and identify risks and benefits of licensing intellectual property and commercialization of research activities, including related compliance and contracting. Provide guidance to internal customers on legal matters within their assigned area(s) and assist with the execution of documents, polices and procedures to support the legal, ethical and efficient operation of the organization. Assist customers within their assigned area(s) to draft, present, negotiate, finalize, and file contracts and other legal agreements. Represent Moffitt and their assigned area(s) in negotiations, arbitrations and mediations related to legal matters and business transactions with external organizations and vendors. Provide guidance and support to management within assigned area(s) to ensure effective contract management and regulatory compliance. Regularly audit contracts, agreements, and other regulatory documents within assigned area(s) to ensure compliance with laws, statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures. Educate customers given access to the contract management system and ensure contracts and vendors are properly maintained. Audit the payments made to vendors via the contract management system to ensure payments are made in accordance with the terms of their contract. Keep current on new and emerging laws and policy developments (e.g. life sciences, research, grant compliance and health care) impacting Moffitt's operations. Draft institutional policies in accordance with best practices and within the bounds of applicable laws and regulations. Receive and investigate inquiries and issues related to legal matters such as licensures, credentialing, insurance, contracts and Moffitt policies. Direct and participate in the research of state and federal legislation and administrative and court decisions; investigate legal problems and make recommendations. Research and complete special projects assigned by the VP/ Deputy General Counsel and EVP/General Counsel. Perform other duties as assigned.

Credentials and Qualifications:

Juris Doctor required. This individual must be licensed to practice law in the State of Florida and have at least 12 years' experience practicing law.

 

** Must possess State Bar certification; however, does not necessarily have to be a Florida Bar Board Certificate.**

 

Life science or medical research experience preferred. Excellent negotiating, interpersonal, business, contract drafting, and writing skills are required with a minimum of 8 years of related compliance and/or transactional experience.

 

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is a plus.

 

Candidate should be able to display excellent organization, problem-solving and computer skills.

 

Candidate should possess excellent research, written and verbal communications skills.

 

Needs to have positive attitude at all times, robust attention to detail, strong work ethic and ability to maintain confidentiality.

 

Experience supervising and managing paralegals and support staff for maximum efficiency is preferred.