University Of Maryland Baltimore County
Sr. Associate General Counsel - Research and Creative Achievements
University Of Maryland Baltimore County, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21206
Sr. Associate General Counsel - Research and Creative Achievements
Position Title:
Sr. Associate General Counsel - Research and Creative Achievements
Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below. Description: The University of Maryland, Baltimore County seeks an experienced, proactive, solution-focused attorney to join its Office of General Counsel. Reporting to the Vice President and General Counsel, the Senior Associate General Counsel will engage in a wide-ranging, intellectually challenging, fast-paced, and demanding practice providing legal advice to the University on a full range of transactional legal matters and projects, focusing on the University's research and technology transfer enterprise and IT operations. Department:
Legal Affairs Position Overview:
Reporting to the Vice President and General Counsel, the Senior Associate General Counsel will engage in a wide-ranging, intellectually challenging, fast-paced, and demanding practice providing legal advice to the University on a full range of transactional legal matters and projects, focusing on the University’s research and technology transfer enterprise and IT operations. This is a great opportunity to join the University’s sophisticated in-house legal team. Why Work at UMBC?
UMBC offers competitive annual compensation. This role starts at $183,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full-time roles. Tuition remission is also available. Telework:
A hybrid telework schedule may be available. Responsibilities:
Practice areas will focus on providing legal and strategic advice on a wide array of complex topics involving multiple stakeholders, consulting contracts, professional services contracts, general business contracts, providing general legal support for the Division of Research and Creative Achievement, including research involving foreign national scholars, general legal support for the Division of Information Technology, and mentoring and cross-training junior attorneys. Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university. Juris Doctorate or Master of Laws degree from an accredited ABA law school and eligibility for admission to the Maryland Bar. Minimum five (5) years of post-JD, recent, relevant experience as a practicing attorney focused on intellectual property, research, or similar practice areas. Preferred Qualifications: Prior practice law experience in a higher education setting, government, or non-profit organization and a thorough understanding of legal, academic, and operational issues pertinent to research-intensive public universities preferred, including experience in intellectual property, technology transfer, software/hardware acquisition negotiation, and data security/cybersecurity. Background Screening Statement:
A background check will be required. Special Instructions to Applicants:
Upload a cover letter and a resume. Closing Date:
March 21, 2025 Benefits:
UMBC offers a rich benefits package. Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here): Generous Leave which includes accruing: 22 Days of Annual Leave 15 Days of Sick Leave 15 Holidays 3 Personal Days Tuition Remission: 8 credit hours per semester Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment Additional Benefits: Life and disability insurance Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan) Professional development opportunities Wellness opportunities & Much more Salary:
$183,000 - $206,000 depending on qualifications and experience. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Hours:
Full-time Type:
Regular FLSA Status:
Exempt Equal Opportunity Statement:
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Title IX:
As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Accommodation:
If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Work Authorization:
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. UMBC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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Position Title:
Sr. Associate General Counsel - Research and Creative Achievements
Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below. Description: The University of Maryland, Baltimore County seeks an experienced, proactive, solution-focused attorney to join its Office of General Counsel. Reporting to the Vice President and General Counsel, the Senior Associate General Counsel will engage in a wide-ranging, intellectually challenging, fast-paced, and demanding practice providing legal advice to the University on a full range of transactional legal matters and projects, focusing on the University's research and technology transfer enterprise and IT operations. Department:
Legal Affairs Position Overview:
Reporting to the Vice President and General Counsel, the Senior Associate General Counsel will engage in a wide-ranging, intellectually challenging, fast-paced, and demanding practice providing legal advice to the University on a full range of transactional legal matters and projects, focusing on the University’s research and technology transfer enterprise and IT operations. This is a great opportunity to join the University’s sophisticated in-house legal team. Why Work at UMBC?
UMBC offers competitive annual compensation. This role starts at $183,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full-time roles. Tuition remission is also available. Telework:
A hybrid telework schedule may be available. Responsibilities:
Practice areas will focus on providing legal and strategic advice on a wide array of complex topics involving multiple stakeholders, consulting contracts, professional services contracts, general business contracts, providing general legal support for the Division of Research and Creative Achievement, including research involving foreign national scholars, general legal support for the Division of Information Technology, and mentoring and cross-training junior attorneys. Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university. Juris Doctorate or Master of Laws degree from an accredited ABA law school and eligibility for admission to the Maryland Bar. Minimum five (5) years of post-JD, recent, relevant experience as a practicing attorney focused on intellectual property, research, or similar practice areas. Preferred Qualifications: Prior practice law experience in a higher education setting, government, or non-profit organization and a thorough understanding of legal, academic, and operational issues pertinent to research-intensive public universities preferred, including experience in intellectual property, technology transfer, software/hardware acquisition negotiation, and data security/cybersecurity. Background Screening Statement:
A background check will be required. Special Instructions to Applicants:
Upload a cover letter and a resume. Closing Date:
March 21, 2025 Benefits:
UMBC offers a rich benefits package. Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here): Generous Leave which includes accruing: 22 Days of Annual Leave 15 Days of Sick Leave 15 Holidays 3 Personal Days Tuition Remission: 8 credit hours per semester Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment Additional Benefits: Life and disability insurance Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan) Professional development opportunities Wellness opportunities & Much more Salary:
$183,000 - $206,000 depending on qualifications and experience. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Hours:
Full-time Type:
Regular FLSA Status:
Exempt Equal Opportunity Statement:
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Title IX:
As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Accommodation:
If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Work Authorization:
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. UMBC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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