Health Care - General Attorney in Austin, TX

In-House

Austin, TX

Health Care - General Attorney in Austin, TX

Attorney

Min 8 yrs required

No

Job Title: Sr. Research Counsel

Job Responsibilities:
- The Sr. Research Counsel will be primarily responsible for interacting with the company’s internal studies review board and external Institutional Review Boards (IRBs).
- The role involves counseling and advising on day-to-day operations concerning policies, best practices, and various regulatory requirements, including human subjects protection and research ethics.
- The individual will review, draft, and revise policies, procedures, guidance, and training related to research activities.
- The role requires providing practical legal advice on a wide variety of issues that arise in the context of research, including virtual studies, e-consent, good clinical practice, and compliance with applicable law and best practices.
- The Sr. Research Counsel is expected to quickly identify, analyze, and propose practical solutions to legal and business issues and lead projects to successful implementation.
- Building close relationships and effectively partnering with business clients and other members of the legal department globally to support business objectives in a manner consistent with applicable law and corporate risk tolerance is essential.
- The role demands exceptional communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and a commitment to excellence and integrity.

Education and Experience Information:
- A JD or equivalent degree is required, with admission to at least one US state bar.
- A minimum of 8+ years of relevant legal experience in research is required.
- Experience advising IRBs or organizations in the health and research space, such as academic medical centers or medical device companies, is needed.

Preferred Qualifications:
- The ideal candidate would enjoy advising research and ethics boards and researchers.
- Experience and a passion for supporting research with technology, including wearables, or a willingness to learn about the intersection of research and technology are preferred.

Salary Information:
- The text does not provide specific salary information for the Sr. Research Counsel position.

Additional Information:
- The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity.
- The company takes affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.