Senior Counsel, Clinical Development (Part-time)

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Overview

The Senior Counsel, Clinical Development is a key role responsible for supporting all Xeris clinical development activities, with an initial focus on Xeris's lead pipeline asset. The ideal candidate has significant experience providing legal support for large-scale clinical trials, including drafting and negotiating a wide variety of trial-related agreements. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-impact legal function on a part-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal support to Xeris' clinical development team for all clinical development matters, including those relating to the pivotal Phase 3 trial of Xeris' XP-8121 product candidate for the treatment of adults with hypothyroidismand any associated trials (e.g., open-label extension).
• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of clinical trial documents and contracts, including clinical trial site agreements, informed consent forms, clinical service provider agreement(s) and amendments, and indemnification agreements.
• Coordinate with CRO(s) and Xeris' clinical development team with respect to site contracting.
• Provide legal guidance on regulatory and compliance issues related to clinical trials, including data privacy and CRO/site/investigator compliance.
• Help manage outside counsel and legal vendors related to clinical trial activities.
• Leverage contract law expertise to provide support in other areas as needed and as workload allows

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school required
• Is a member in good standing of a state bar association
• Minimum of 5 years supporting large-scale, pivotal clinical trials at a mid- to large-sized law firmand/or established pharmaceutical company
• Capable of handling multiple and competing workloads with changing priorities to meet deadlines
• Able to work independently but know when to involve others or ask for guidance
• Can work effectively with all levels of the organization
• Competencies: Attention to Detail, Highly Organized, Strong Interpersonal Skills, Team Player, Self-Starter, Discrete, Excellent Verbal and Written Communication skills, Customer Service, Time Management
• Working Conditions:
• This is a part-time position, with an expectation of 30 hours of work per week
• Position may require periodic evening and weekend work, as necessary to fulfill obligations.
• This is a remote position, with an expectation of periodic attendance in Xeris' Chicago headquarters. On-site requirements may change at management's discretion.

The level of the position will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetics or any other characteristic protected by law. It is our intention that all qualified applications are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $190,000 to $240,000. Final determination of base salary offered will depend on several factors relevant to the position, including but not limited to candidate skills, experience, education, market location, and business need. This role will include eligibility for bonus and equity. The total compensation package will also include additional elements such as multiple paid time off benefits, various health insurance options, retirement benefits and more. Details about these and other offerings will be provided at the time a conditional offer of employment is made. Candidates are always welcome to inquire about our compensation and benefits package during the interview process

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Locations US

Title Senior Counsel, Clinical Development (Part-time)

ID 2025-2320

Category Legal

Type Part-Time

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