Temporary Extra Worker

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The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been consistently ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

Posted Job Title

Temporary Extra Worker

Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Temporary Clinical Research Contracting Support – OCR Legal
OCR Legal seeks temporary support to assist with a high-volume clinical research contracting backlog. This temporary role will support the review, drafting, negotiation, tracking, and processing of clinical research-related agreements under the direction of OCR Legal leadership.

Job Description

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Temporary Clinical Research Contracting Support – OCR Legal

OCR Legal seeks temporary support to assist with a high-volume clinical research contracting backlog. This temporary role will support the review, drafting, negotiation, tracking, and processing of clinical research-related agreements under the direction of OCR Legal leadership.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with first-pass review, drafting, and redlining of clinical research agreements, including CTAs, CDAs/NDAs, amendments, work orders/task orders, DUAs, and other related agreements.
• Help move agreements toward execution by following up with internal and external stakeholders, performing edits, incorporating comments, and preparing documents for further review or signature.
• Maintain accurate status updates and documentation in applicable tracking systems and shared files.
• Support backlog reduction by handling assigned contracting tasks in an organized, timely, and professional manner.
• Apply OCR Legal templates, standard positions, playbooks, and guidance documents when reviewing and revising agreements.
• Perform other related contracting and administrative support tasks as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior Penn clinical research contracting experience strongly preferred.
• Experience reviewing, drafting, negotiating, or supporting clinical research agreements.
• Familiarity with Penn clinical research systems, processes, templates, and contracting workflows preferred.
• Strong written communication, organization, judgment, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while appropriately escalating legal, regulatory, operational, or policy issues.

Temporary Nature of Position

This is a temporary position intended to provide interim support for OCR Legal’s clinical research contracting backlog. The position is expected to be limited in duration and assigned based on departmental need.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

$7.25 - $65.00 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements 
A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health and Life: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.