Paralegal (Contract)
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Corporate Paralegal (Contractor) to support Metagenomi’s growing business operations. The Paralegal will play a role in meeting various demands and supporting the Contracts Team, including review of contracts, contract database and file maintenance, research, and special projects. We are looking for an enthusiastic, “roll-up your sleeves'' candidate with great attention to detail and a desire to change the world. This position is located in Emeryville, California, with the option of hybrid, remote, or onsite.Â
How you’ll contribute:Â
- Administer routine contract requirements, maintain contract calendar
- Conduct research and resolve routine law questions under the guidance of supervising attorney
- Prepare routine documents, agreements and instruments, such as confidentiality and consulting agreements
- Maintain contract database
- Respond to internal legal information requests, including researching legal matters and historical information from company records and information regarding corporate entities and commercial transactions
- Manage special projects outsourced to consultants or outside counsel
- Various ad hoc projects under the supervision of the VP of Legal
- Undergraduate degree and Paralegal certification
- A minimum of five years of biotech contracts and/or corporate paralegal experience
- Experience supporting research, IP sciences/biotechnology industry
- Good understanding of standard contractual clauses and experience with drafting simple agreements (confidentiality agreements, statements of work, etc.) with minimal attorney supervision
- Ability to understand general business operations, issues, and dynamics beyond the scope of basic legal issues
- Strong attention to detail and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on written and verbal communication.
- Ability to clearly express oneself verbally and in writing with all employees and other business contacts in a courteous and professional manner
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Docusign, and other office software tools
- Comfortable working in a fast-moving startup environment
- Extremely organized with a strong sense of priority, urgency, and a commitment to deadlines
California Pay Transparency Disclosure:
This position is classified as a non-exempt hourly position under the Federal Labor Standards Act. The anticipated base hourly rate range for this position will be $45.00 to $53.00.Â
Metagenomi is a gene editing company committed to developing potentially curative therapeutics by leveraging a proprietary toolbox of next-generation gene editing systems to accurately edit DNA where current technologies cannot. Our metagenomics-powered discovery platform and analytical expertise reveal novel cellular machinery sourced from otherwise unknown organisms. We adapt and forge these naturally evolved systems into powerful gene editing systems that are ultra-small, extremely efficient, highly specific and have a decreased risk of immune response. These systems fuel our pipeline of novel medicines and can be leveraged by partners. Our goal is to revolutionize gene editing for the benefit of patients around the world. For more information, please visit https://metagenomi.co/.
What makes Metagenomi a unique place to work?
- We are passionate about developing technologies derived from microbial-rich ecosystems that have the power to enable therapeutic development and the potential to cure devastating disease.
- We have cultivated an amazing culture that values teamwork, curiosity, scientific rigor, and fun. We have a strong commitment to work/life balance, host a weekly employee happy hour and events, provide catered lunches and endless snacks, and more!Â
- We offer competitive compensation including a market-benchmarked salary, annual target bonus, equity in an early-stage startup, and a comprehensive benefits plan, including 401(k) matching, a retirement safe harbor plan, and other perks.
At Metagenomi, we know that our people drive our success. We are an equal-opportunity employer and believe in and value diversity and inclusion. Metagenomi provides an open, collegial, and friendly work environment where we empower people and provide them with opportunities to develop their long-term careers. Metagenomi does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Please note, all candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
Applicants/Employees have rights under various State and Federal Employment Laws, including
without limitation:
- Family & Medical Leave ActÂ
- Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
- Employee Polygraph Protection ActÂ
- California Family Rights ActÂ
- California Fair Employment and Housing Act
Notice to agencies: Our in-house Talent Acquisition Team manages all employment opportunities at Metagenomi. Agencies and independent recruiters must be approved as a vendor by Metagenomi’s Talent Acquisition team. To protect the interests of all parties, Metagenomi will not accept unsolicited resumes, profiles, or biographies. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Metagenomi will be considered referrals and the property of Metagenomi.
Date Posted
07/27/2023
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