Lead Paralegal, Healthcare Transactions

The Lead Paralegal, Healthcare Transactions at Natera is a mid-senior level position within the company's dynamic legal department. This role focuses on supporting research activities under attorney oversight, contributing to Natera's mission of transforming disease management through innovative genetic testing solutions.

Key responsibilities include independently drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of contracts essential to the company's operations. These encompass research collaboration agreements, investigator-initiated trial agreements, clinical study agreements, material transfer agreements, and data use agreements. The role also involves performing legal reviews of documents such as clinical study consent forms and study protocols, managing a substantial workflow, and collaborating closely with internal clients to meet deliverable timelines.

Candidates should possess over five years of experience as a paralegal in commercial research contracts and general corporate practice, with at least three years in a major law firm. Experience advising clients in the biotech, life sciences, or healthcare industries is highly desirable. Proficiency in reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalizing complex commercial contracts independently, under attorney oversight, is essential.

Natera offers a competitive salary range for this position, with compensation packages based on factors such as skill set, experience, certifications, and location. The company provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Joining Natera means becoming part of a team dedicated to innovation and excellence in genetic testing. The company fosters a collaborative and fast-paced work environment, offering growth opportunities and the chance to contribute to advancements in healthcare.