Dyne Therapeutics is focused on delivering functional improvement for people living with genetically driven neuromuscular diseases. We are developing therapeutics that target muscle and the central nervous system (CNS) to address the root cause of disease. The company is advancing clinical programs for myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) and Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), and preclinical programs for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) and Pompe disease. At Dyne, we are on a mission to deliver functional improvement for individuals, families and communities. Learn more https://www.dyne-tx.com/, and follow us on X, LinkedIn and Facebook.
Role Summary:
The Contracts Manager is responsible for managing a wide range of contract negotiations and agreements to support Dyne Therapeutics' business operations and collaborations. This role focuses on drafting and negotiating service agreements, clinical trial agreements, consulting agreements, pharmacy benefit manager agreements, license agreements, confidential disclosure agreements. Additionally, the Contracts Manager handles other commercial phase agreements and mitigates risk. The person in this role will be able to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively in an environment with multiple stakeholders.
This role is based in Waltham, MA.
Primary Responsibilities Include:
- Drafts, reviews, and negotiates a wide range of contracts
- Ensure contracts align with company policies, legal standards, and business objectives
- Assist with the maintenance of a centralized contract repository; ensuring all contracts are properly filed, tracked, and accessible; monitoring contract deadlines and renewals; and assisting with the contracts execution process
- Identify and mitigate potential risks in contract terms and conditions in partnership with Contracts leadership
- Work closely with internal departments (e.g., Sales, Finance, IT, Clinical Operations, Commercial, and Medical Affairs) to understand their contract needs and provide support
- Assist in developing and updating contract templates, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency and reduce risk
- Assist in training and educating employees on contract-related processes and best practices
- As needed, prepare reports on contract status and key metric
Education and Skills Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field preferred Paralegal certification or equivalent experience may be considered.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in contract management, preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical setting
- Experience with Conga Contracts preferred
- Proven experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts
- Strong understanding of contract law and legal terminology
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- High attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM) or equivalent certification is strongly preferred.
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The pay range reflects the base pay range Dyne reasonably expects to pay for this role at the time of posting. Individual compensation depends on factors such as education, experience, job-related knowledge, and demonstrated skills.
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principles functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance workload.
Dyne Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Dyne Therapeutics Waltham, Massachusetts, USA Office
1560 Trapelo Rd, Waltham, MA, United States, 02451
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