| Location | San Diego, CA |
Reporting into the General Counsel, the Senior Contract Administrator plays a critical role in managing the full lifecycle of commercial and research-related agreements for the organization. The Senior Contract Administrator will independently draft, review, negotiate, and administer a broad portfolio of biotechnology contracts while ensuring compliance with internal company policies. The individual must have strong contract negotiation skills and the ability to manage wide variety of agreements with precision and professionalism. The Senior Contract Manager will need to demonstrate the initiative and judgment to work autonomously on routine matters, escalating complex legal and business risks to Legal Department attorneys as appropriate. Responsibilities: Review, draft, redline, and negotiate commercial and research agreements, including Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs/NDAs), Master Service Agreements (MSAs), consulting agreements, Statements of Work (SOWs), clinical trial site agreements and supply agreements. Identify and escalate legal, business, and regulatory risks to Legal Department attorneys, providing recommended contract language and risk mitigation strategies. Organize, maintain, and manage contract files ensuring accurate recordkeeping, version control, and timely execution. Collaborate cross-functionally with Commercial Operations, Clinical Operations, Medical Affairs, Supply Chain and Human Resources teams to support contract needs across the organization. Develop and maintain standard contract templates, clause libraries, and playbooks to reflect current legal and regulatory requirements. Qualifications: