Director, Legal Counsel

Cytokinetics is a late-stage, specialty cardiovascular biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing first-in-class muscle activators and next-in-class muscle inhibitors as potential treatments for debilitating diseases in which cardiac muscle performance is compromised. As a leader in muscle biology and the mechanics of muscle performance, the company is developing small molecule drug candidates specifically engineered to impact myocardial muscle function and contractility.Job PurposeWe are seeking a Director, Corporate Counsel, to join our Legal Department. This position will provide legal advice and support to our R&D function. This is a hybrid role.ResponsibilitiesProvide practical and timely legal advice and risk guidance to the Company’s R&D and clinical function supporting our global Phase I-III clinical trials for multiple drug candidates.Draft, negotiate and advise clients on legal and contractual matters to support the Company’s clinical team, including clinical trial agreements, informed consent documents, investigator-initiated study agreements, contract research organization (CRO) agreements, consulting and physician advisory board agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and research agreements with partners and academic institutions.Draft and negotiate clinical supply agreements and material transfer agreements, sponsored research agreements, and other agreements needed to support the R&D team.Develop and manage legal templates, playbooks, and procedures.Build and improve processes and systems to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the clinical legal function.QualificationsAdmitted to at least one state bar. Admitted to California bar or as Registered In-House Counsel required.Minimum of 6 years of experience as in-house counsel or associate at a major law firm with a background in biotechnology, pharma, or healthcare related matters.Knowledge of federal, state, and international healthcare laws and regulations including global privacy (GDPR) and California Privacy Act is a plus.Detail-oriented with a high level of intellectual, professional, and interpersonal agility and flexibility.Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.Well-organized and hardworking, with the ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline pressure.Excellent analytical skills, with a strong ability to draft and review legal documents, analyze legal advice and apply legal advice to business needs.Ability to form strong working relationships with all levels of management, employees, and partners while maintaining firm adherence to proper legal standards.Team-oriented, sound judgment, self-motivation, and willingness to take initiative.Salary Pay Range$257,000 - $285,000 USDOur employees come from different backgrounds, and we celebrate those differences. We are looking for the best candidates for our open roles, but do not expect applicants to meet every qualification in order to be considered. If you are excited about what you could accomplish at Cytokinetics and believe you can add value to our team, we would love to hear from you.Cytokinetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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