Sr. Contracts Attorney

ProKidney, a clinical-stage biotechnology company headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is dedicated to pioneering treatments for chronic kidney disease (CKD). The company is seeking a Senior Contracts Attorney to join its legal team in Raleigh, North Carolina. This role is integral to supporting ProKidney's mission by managing and negotiating a diverse array of agreements that are essential to the company's operations.

The Senior Contracts Attorney will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing various contracts, including confidentiality agreements, consulting agreements, master service agreements, vendor agreements, real estate contracts, clinical trial agreements, and research collaborations. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams such as Clinical Operations, Finance, Procurement, HR, Manufacturing, and Research to ensure compliance and efficiency in contract execution. Additionally, the attorney will develop and maintain standardized templates and processes for contract management, provide training and support to business units on contract requirements and approval workflows, and advise stakeholders on contractual rights, obligations, and risk mitigation strategies.

Candidates should possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and have a minimum of five years of experience in drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts, preferably within a public life sciences company. Experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department is required. A comprehensive understanding of contract law and a working knowledge of drug development or commercialization are advantageous. Exceptional negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills, along with strong organizational and time-management abilities, are essential. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-service mindset are also important. Admission to the bar in at least one U.S. state is required.

While specific compensation details are not provided, ProKidney offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee perks. The company is committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment, providing opportunities for professional growth and development. Joining ProKidney means contributing to a transformative approach in the treatment of CKD, with the potential to make a significant impact on patients' lives.

ProKidney is dedicated to redefining the treatment of chronic kidney disease through innovative cell therapy. The company's lead product candidate, rilparencel, is a first-of-its-kind autologous cell therapy designed to preserve kidney function in patients with advanced CKD. As a Senior Contracts Attorney, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the company's mission by ensuring that all contractual agreements are meticulously managed and aligned with ProKidney's strategic objectives.