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Contracts Attorney

DermTech

Contracts Attorney

San Diego, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    ABOUT DERMTECH:

    At DermTech, we believe there's a better way to assess skin, and we're using technology, innovation, and data to fundamentally change and enhance precision dermatology. We have developed technology that assesses skin at the RNA and DNA level, so that serious conditions, such as skin cancer, can be detected far earlier, reduce the need for surgery, enable optimized treatment plans, and customize skincare plans to an individual's unique skin molecular makeup. We call this practice “precision dermatology” and we believe it is truly a new era in disease detection. A method that is not just better, but different. One centered around our patented methods, which begins with using our Smart StickerTM to collect tissue from the skin's surface easily, accurately, and painlessly, and follows with our state-of-the-art laboratory, which analyzes that tissue at the genomic level using a proprietary gene analysis system. By pushing the boundaries in precision dermatology and in areas like cancer detection, we truly believe our technology can change the world. We are seeking team members with the vision, passion, and creativity to do the same. GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

    Reporting directly to the General Counsel, the Contracts Attorney will focus on support the business with a variety of legal matters with particular emphasis on transactional and compliance work.

    The Contracts Attorney will create corporate and legal policies, procedures and training for the company and various teams as they grow, as well as provide legal guidance to internal stakeholders and interface with external partners and outside counsel as needed.

    PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Provide legal and business advice for issues and risks related to contracts with various external partners, vendors and clients
    • Review, draft, negotiate and execute various types of contracts, terms and conditions, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company policies
    • Participate in regular project and team meetings concerning business opportunities, product developments, IP and licensing matters, and to advise on projects with relevant legal guidance
    • Liaise with internal partners, particularly Finance, Sourcing & Procurement, Compliance and People departments on legal matters
    • Create, update and implement agreement templates, policies and training as needed
    • Support the DermTech management team with corporate transactions as needed
    • Advise business colleagues and other cross-functional stakeholders on legal issues and risks, company polices and procedures.
    • Research additional areas of interest and provide guidance to cross-functional teams (e.g., regulatory & compliance, human resources, intellectual property, data privacy, etc.).
    • Will engage with product development and R&D teams

    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

    • Minimum 5 years' experience in-house reviewing agreements within life sciences industry.
    • This role requires a JD from an accredited law school and license to practice in at least one US jurisdiction.
    • Experience with agreements for a commercial-stage company required.
    • Excellent communication and time management skills are needed with the ability to work with business leads in a collaborative and supportive role.
    • Strong work ethic and self-motivated with an ability to work independently and manage multiple projects/priorities.
    • Contracting background with specific experience in healthcare compliance matters a plus

    TRAVEL:

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    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Talent Acquisition. DermTech is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at DermTech via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of DermTech. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DermTech as a result of the referral or through other means.