Job Description
Who We Are: The Contracts Department is responsible for leading 'cradle-to-grave' contract review, negotiation, and administration activities supporting SwRI's technical divisions. Objectives of this Role: Transactional attorney providing legal advice on research contracts in a high volume, deadline-driven environment. Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: Review research contracts for terms and conditions; provide legal analysis of issues; provide legal advice and guidance on conflict of interest issues; support the negotiation of contract terms and conditions. Research legal issues; develop and conduct educational programs and write correspondence and other documents related to transactional and conflict of interest matters; prepare contract templates. Provide legal position on contract risks to Executive Management and Institute staff. Coordinate with General Counsel as needed. Requirements: Requires a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree with license to practice law in the state of Texas and a membership in the State of Texas Bar Association. 2 years: Legal experience in the area of contractual matters. Government contracting experience is a plus. A valid/clear driver's license is required.