Senior Associate Paralegal - Preclinical Contracting

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Job Description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Senior Associate Paralegal - Preclinical Contracting

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will provide preclinical contracting support to Amgen’s Intellectual Property and Litigation department. This position drafts and negotiates a variety of preclinical-related and translational agreements, such as agreements relating to preclinical research, consortiums, material transfer, data sharing, and confidential disclosures, and supports the development of resources (including systems, templates, negotiation guides, and training materials) useful in preclinical law. This position also supports the business and clinical contracting groups in their intellectual property needs, and assists in other relevant preclinical contracting issues.

Job Responsibilities

• Working under general direction and supervision of an attorney or paralegal to provide legal support on a wide array of preclinical contracting issues
• Performing research on laws, regulations, and industry developments affecting preclinical contracting issues
• Drafting and negotiating a high volume of preclinical-related and translational contracts in a time-sensitive environment
• Undertaking special projects as assigned
• Understanding and complying with all relevant procedures and policies

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Master’s degree

Or

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of legal experience

Or

Associate’s degree and 6 years of legal experience

Or

High school diploma / GED and 8 years of legal experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of an ABA-approved paralegal education program or equivalent experience.
• Experience working as a paralegal in a corporate legal department or law firm environment.
• Strong knowledge of contracting and legal procedures, particularly related to pharmaceutical and/or university contracts
• Proficiency in fair market value analysis
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and Docusign, and as well as familiarity with evolving technologies such as AI technologies and machine learning
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize deadlines effectively
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work product, with a commitment to quality and excellence
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team
• High ethical standards and integrity, with a commitment to upholding confidentiality and professionalism in all aspects of work

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits pa