Legal Co-Op

About the role

At Keros, our mission is to deliver significant clinical benefit to a wide range of patients with disorders that are linked to dysfunctional signaling of the transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-ß) family of proteins. With a focus on developing differentiated product candidates that are designed to alter TGF-β signaling, we aim to target the pathways critical for the growth, repair and maintenance of blood cells and a number of tissues, including bone, skeletal muscle, adipose and heart tissue. We believe our product candidates have the potential to unlock the full therapeutic benefits of modulating the TGF-β superfamily and provide disease-modifying benefit to patients. Reporting to the Director, Contracts Counsel, the Legal Co-Op will join the Keros legal team and will primarily be supporting the contract department with opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects within the greater legal team.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing support in day-to-day functions for legal department involving contracts, intellectual property and other legal operations.
• Prepare redline review of contracts, including Consulting Agreements, Amendments, Statements of Work and Confidentiality Agreements.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys in the legal team involved in contract negotiations.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with relevant internal stakeholders on contract process, workflow and signature.
• Consistently follow process for documentation of contract progress and filing of supporting versions, as needed.
• Perform legal research regarding intellectual property issues, as needed.
• Assist with intellectual property docketing and documentation processes, as needed.
• Other miscellaneous projects and tasks needed or requested by legal team members, including potential projects related to compliance and regulatory.

Qualifications

• At least a rising 2L; 3L preferred.
• Previous contract or other legal experience in the biotechnology/pharmaceutical or related industry is a plus, preferably with a publicly traded biotechnology/pharmaceutical company.
• Bachelor of Science in a discipline related to biology or chemistry is a plus.
• Proficient with DocuSign, Microsoft Office Suite Products and Adobe Pro.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities and skills.
• Attention to detail and great follow-up skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, problem-solve and operate in a fast-paced environment, particularly the ability to process complex sets of information and to effectively respond to rapidly changing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, including both oral and written communication skills.
• Commitment to accountability, reliability, and responsiveness to successfully engage with a cross-functional team.

Pay

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, and other relevant factors. Potential base pay range $35—$35 USD