Associate Contracts Manager - Outgoing MTA Program

Our client, a world leader in diagnostics and life sciences, is looking for a “Associate Contracts Manager

• Outgoing MTA Program” based in South San Francisco, CA. Job Duration: Long Term Contract (Possibility Of Extension) Pay Rate : $43.60/hr on W2 Company Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Sick leave, 401K Support the Research Contracts Group by managing the full lifecycle of Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), ensuring timely processing, execution, tracking, and shipment coordination. Serve as a key liaison between research scientists, legal teams, academic institutions, technology transfer offices, and internal operational teams in a fast-paced research environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and process outgoing Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs) from initiation through execution and closure. Coordinate with internal stakeholders, legal counsel, academic scientists, and technology transfer offices regarding agreement status and requirements. Track and maintain agreement records, databases, effective dates, and contract documentation.

Organize signatures, complete post-execution activities, and coordinate material shipments, including import/export documentation. Manage high-volume correspondence and prioritize multiple requests while maintaining accuracy and responsiveness. Support contract administration activities, including data entry, record management, filing, and meeting coordination.

Ensure compliance with established processes and proactively identify solutions to operational challenges.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline; legal education or experience is a plus. 2–4 years of experience in contract administration, research operations, technology transfer, legal support, or related fields. Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, academic research, or university environments preferred. Familiarity with Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), contract management, or legal agreements.

Understanding of scientific terminology, including reagents, antibodies, plasmids, DNA, and genetically modified animal models. Strong organizational, communication, critical thinking, and time-management skills. Proficiency with databases, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace applications. If interested, please send us your updated resume at hr@dawarconsulting.

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