Associate General Counsel

Associate General Counsel

Posting Number
req25830

Department
Office of the General Counsel

Department Website Link


Location
Tucson Campus

Address
Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights
This position serves as legal counsel for the University of Arizona on a range of transactional and research-related matters. Serving as legal counsel requires advising decision-makers throughout the organization on the legal risks and obligations associated with their duties as employees or board members. Areas of emphasis may include general transactional matters such as reviewing and drafting contracts, risk assessment, public procurement and contract compliance, sponsored research and research compliance, clinical research, HIPAA privacy, information technology security, and intellectual property. The position may assist other attorneys in the office, as needed. In performing these duties, the individual will provide legal advice with discretion and professionalism, and in compliance with the highest ethical standards applicable to attorneys serving public institutions.

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

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to the University on general business and transactional matters, including the drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts.
• Advise University administrators and staff on risk assessment, contract interpretation, and compliance considerations.
• Assist with dispute resolution related to contractual matters, including pre-litigation strategy and coordination with litigation counsel as needed.
• Provide training and outreach to campus stakeholders on contract processes, legal requirements, and risk management.
• Work collaboratively with the offices of procurement, risk management, business affairs, and research compliance and contracting.
• Advise University administrators regarding clinical research, including HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
• Advise on research compliance, including security programs, informed consent, human subjects, the Institutional Review Board, animal welfare, and conflicts of interest and commitment.
• Advise on externally funded research, including grant preparation, implementation, and compliance.
• Support the review and negotiation of intellectual property provisions in research, technology, software, licensing, and sponsorship agreements.
• Collaborate with the attorneys and support team in the Office of the General Counsel, as well as University administrators, staff, and faculty and effectively interact with outside counsel, other governmental offices, University-affiliated organizations, and the Arizona Board of Regents.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with clients and outside counsel to support effective collaboration and service delivery.
• Monitor legal developments and emerging issues relevant to higher education transactions and advise clients accordingly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 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 University stakeholders, including providing clear and effective communication on legal matters.
• Ability to analyze legal issues, interpret applicable laws and regulations, and apply sound judgment in advising on transactional and research-related matters.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, eligible for admission to the State Bar of Arizona under applicable Arizona Supreme Court Rules, and required to become an active member of the State Bar of Arizona within one (1) year of appointment.
• Minimum of three years of relevant legal experience practicing law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience advising various stakeholders on a wide variety of transaction matters.
• Experience advising large research academic institutions, colleges or universities related to research compliance, clinical research, privacy and confidentiality laws, and related areas.
• Experience or knowledge of Arizona laws, rules, and regulations affecting public entities, including procurement, contracting, and public records.
• Experience working independently and as part of a collaborative legal team.

FLSA
Exempt

Full Time/Part Time
Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week
40

Job FTE
1.0

Work Calendar
Fiscal

Job Category
Legal Compliance

Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay
$117,883 - $153,248

Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade
13

Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

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Career Stream and Level
PC2

Job Family
Legal Affairs

Job Function
Legal & Compliance

Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies
1

Target Hire Date
6/1/2026

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates
Jennifer Bailey,
jbailey2@arizona.edu

Open Date
4/29/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.