LabConnect
LabConnect

LabConnect supports clinical trials and drug development as a global central laboratory solutions partner. The company combines central and specialty bioanalytical testing with radiopharmaceutical services, decentralized and near-home sample collection, custom collection kits, companion diagnostics, assay validation, and laboratory data management.

Its teams help sponsors and contract research organizations coordinate complex research programs across areas including oncology, vaccines, and cell and gene therapy. LabConnect also provides data harmonization, regulatory and scientific project management, and commercial and post-market support, with an emphasis on translating laboratory operations into reliable execution throughout the clinical research lifecycle.

Senior Commercial Counsel - North Carolina Remote

LabConnect is seeking a Senior Commercial Counsel to guide contracts, regulatory matters, and strategic transactions supporting its global clinical laboratory operations. The role partners with business teams, leads contract management, and advises on legal and compliance risks.

Description

  • Serve as a legal partner to LabConnect business teams while reporting to the Chief Legal Officer
  • Lead the contracts management team
  • Draft, negotiate, and oversee the complete lifecycle of NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, COs, DPAs, BAAs, amendments, and other commercial agreements
  • Advise commercial, operations, and project management teams on applicable legal and regulatory requirements
  • Counsel global operations on regulatory compliance, commercial regulations, and data privacy
  • Create and maintain internal policies, standard operating procedures, and contract guidance
  • Streamline legal processes, templates, playbooks, and contract workflows
  • Manage, mentor, and develop contract managers and contract specialists
  • Evaluate legal and commercial risks and escalate significant issues to the Chief Legal Officer
  • Support strategic initiatives such as laboratory alliance expansions, new service launches, acquisitions, and partnerships
  • Perform due diligence and draft or review transaction documents
  • Set priorities, distribute workloads, assess work product, define performance standards, conduct evaluations, and establish development plans
  • Travel approximately 10% of the time, primarily to LabConnect’s Raleigh, North Carolina headquarters

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
  • Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
  • Five to seven years of experience advising on commercial and operational matters
  • Experience is preferred in laboratory services, clinical research, life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or similarly regulated fields
  • Ability to independently assess complex legal issues and provide commercially practical guidance
  • Ability to synthesize substantial information and communicate concise recommendations
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, advisory, and cross-functional consultation capabilities
  • Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to balance competing priorities and meet demanding deadlines
  • Highly polished contract drafting and redlining skills
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word
  • Proficiency with Salesforce or similar CRM systems, LinkSquares or similar CLM systems, GC AI or similar legal AI tools, and DocuSign or similar e-signature platforms
  • Clear and effective spoken and written English communication
  • Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods
  • Sufficient dexterity to operate a computer, keyboard, and standard office equipment

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company matching
  • Paid time off
  • Reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities
  • Approximately 10% travel, primarily to LabConnect’s Raleigh, North Carolina headquarters

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