Junior Contract Manager

About the Position

The Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) is a cutting-edge institute addressing global public health challenges through research, translation into policy, and education. ISGlobal has a broad portfolio in communicable and non-communicable diseases, including environmental and climate determinants, and applies a multidisciplinary scientific approach ranging from the molecular to the population level. Research is organized in five programs: Climate, Air Pollution, Nature and Urban Health; Environment and Health over the Lifecourse; Global Viral and Bacterial Infections; Malaria and Neglected Parasitic Diseases; and Maternal Child and Reproductive Health. ISGlobal is accredited with the Severo Ochoa distinction, a seal of excellence of the Spanish Science Ministry.

ISGlobal is seeking a Junior Contract Manager to support legal and contractual matters across the institution, serving as the first point of contact with the Legal Unit and ensuring compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Drafting research and non-research-related agreements: This includes Consortium Agreements, Grants Agreements, Subgrant Agreements, Subcontract Agreements, Collaborative Research Agreements, Non-disclosure and Confidentiality agreements, Memorandum of Understanding, Material & Data Transfer Agreements, and Amendments. Non-research related agreements include Services Agreements, Leasing Agreements, Consultancy Agreements, Framework Agreements, and Institutional agreements.
• Legal support in negotiations: Liaise with Principal Investigators, Grant Managers, Project Managers, Data Protection Officer, and others implicated/affected in the negotiation processes.
• Legal assessment and risk identification: Identify risks in agreements to the respective unit for the execution of their responsibilities.
• Support ISGlobal officials: Provide legal support to ISGlobal officials on negotiations with funding bodies and collaborators to achieve the best possible contractual terms.
• Development and maintenance of operational procedures and policies: Contribute to the development and maintenance of operational procedures and policies, including the preparation of new template agreements and maintaining the database of templates.

Requirements

• Contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Understanding of contract and legal terminology and concepts
• Understanding of R+D terminology and concepts (a plus)
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Excellent proofreading ability and very strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimum direction, but comfortable with working in a collaborative environment under short deadlines and varied workload
• Excellent Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Knowledge of software contract management systems or abilities for them

Nice to Have

• Experience in European and international private R+D contracts

We Offer

• Permanent contract
• Salary: €27,119 - €30,656 gross per year (depending on experience)
• Work-Life Balance: 36 days off per year (23 vacation days + 13 personal days)
• Flexibility: Hybrid working model and flexible hours
• Start date: ASAP

About the Company

ISGlobal is committed to maintaining and developing a work environment in which the values and principles of our organization are respected and equal opportunities between women and men are promoted in each of the areas in which we operate. We do not tolerate discrimination based on criteria such as age, gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, functional diversity, political leanings, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

We confirm our commitment towards the value of the diversity of our staff and student population and seek to promote peace, equity, diversity, and inclusion as essential elements in contributing to improving health worldwide.

How to Apply

Applicants must fill in the request form and attach the CV and a Cover Letter. Each attached document must be named with the candidate's name and surname. The receipt of applications will be open until the position is filled. The interviews could be placed during the reception of candidatures period.

Diverse candidatures are encouraged, including gender, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, physical abilities, and political views.

Selection Process

The selection process is designed in two phases:

1. Interview phase: A technical interview with the team that requires the incorporation to assess the person's skills and CV.
2. Meeting with HR: With the finalist(s) to finish assessing the profile and discuss contractual and institutional issues.

If needed, any technical test could be passed. A Psychological Competency Evaluation Test will be required for structural or transversal positions.

In accordance with the OTM-R principles, a gender-balanced recruitment panel is formed for every vacancy at the beginning of the process. After reviewing the content of the applications, the panel will start the interviews, with at least one technical and one administrative interview. A profile questionnaire as well as a technical exercise may be required during the process.