Associate General Counsel

The University of Arizona seeks to fill an Associate General Counsel position in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) that will focus on health law issues in higher education. This includes clinical research issues, patient privacy, regulatory issues, and advising on matters related to clinical faculty, and undergraduate and graduate medical education.

The successful candidate also may have responsibilities in a diverse range of additional practice areas common to higher education institutions, such as student life and academics, compliance, litigation strategy and oversight, labor and employment, governance, public procurement, public records, privacy, civil rights, research, accreditation, risk management, law enforcement, real estate, public finance, administrative law, threat assessment and student health and safety, hearings, policy and procedure development, and information technology matters.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Advise University administrators on clinical research undertaken at both of the University's academic medical centers and affiliated teaching hospitals; undergraduate and graduate health sciences education, including teaching affiliations; matters related to clinical and research activities of faculty; college of medicine accreditation by the LCME; ACGME requirements for residency and fellowship programs; and HIPAA and its implementing regulations, including Privacy and Security Rules.
• Work closely with other attorneys and the talented support team in the Office of the General Counsel to advise University administrators on research compliance and informed consent to participate in research issues, including human subjects protection and IRB matters; conflicts of interest and commitment; and externally-funded research including research grant preparation, implementation, and compliance.
• Partner with the attorneys and support team in OGC - as well as University administrators, faculty, and staff - and interact with outside counsel, other governmental offices, University-affiliated organizations, and ABOR.
• Develop and foster robust relationships with clients and outside counsel to support strong connections with OGC.

Knowledge, Skills,
and Abilities:

• Exemplary interpersonal skills to effectively interact and maintain productive, cooperative, and mutually supportive working relationships with a wide range of individuals, departments, and constituents.
• Superior legal research abilities and analytical skills with an ability to identify and frame complex legal issues and convey advice clearly, effectively, and succinctly to a broad constituency.
• Commitment to respect and integrity.
• Intellectual acumen coupled with excellent emotional intelligence, exhibiting creative thinking and commitment to inspire confidence with all constituents.
• Superior communication skills, both verbal and written, coupled with impeccable attention to detail and a strong ability to engage in active listening.
• Strong work ethic and demonstrated commitment to teamwork.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, complex, team-oriented environment, working efficiently and independently on multiple time-sensitive matters, and to prioritize effectively.
• Ability to work collegially, professionally, compassionately, and in a tactful manner with all individuals.
• Consistent and demonstrated professional, positive, and enthusiastic attitude and demeanor.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential matters with the highest degree of discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to demonstrate impeccable judgment in decision-making and advising, including adhering to the highest standards of confidentiality.
• Commitment to providing responsive, timely, and excellent legal services to clients.
• Leadership and strong organizational, planning, coordinating, time-management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong technology fluency and capabilities.
• Keen understanding of crisis management and the role of legal counsel in circumstances where urgent safety, operational, or crisis situations may arise.

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in the State of Arizona, in good standing, or be eligible and admitted to practice law in the State of Arizona within one year of employment.
• A minimum of three years of substantial and progressively responsible legal experience practicing law.

• Five years of substantial and progressively responsible legal experience practicing law.
• Experience with academic medical centers, clinical healthcare operations, and health law.
• Specific experience representing large research academic institutions, colleges, or universities.
• Experience and knowledge of Arizona laws, rules, and regulations, including public procurement, public records, and public employment in Arizona.