Office of Legal Affairs

Full Time

78490BR

Job Summary

**This is a one year contract position with an appointment end date of 8/31/25. **

Under the supervision of UCSF and other UC Legal attorneys, the Associate Counsel will conduct legal research, draft documents, attend client meetings, hearings, and negotiations, as appropriate and possible, and participate in other activities intended to expose the Associate Counsel to the practice of law and substance of the Office of Legal.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

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Department Description

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)

UCSF is one of the top universities in the nation dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences.

UCSF Health

As part of UCSF, UCSF Health brings together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health, driving advancements in treatment and technology to benefit patients everywhere. UCSF Health is internationally renowned for providing highly specialized and innovative care. It includes UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights, UCSF Medical Center at Mount Zion, and UCSF Medical Center at Mission Bay; UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals and clinics; Langley Porter Psychiatric Hospital and Clinics; UCSF Benioff Children's Physicians; and the UCSF Faculty Practice, and leads a large Clinically Integrated Network

UC Legal-San Francisco

The UC Legal-San Francisco team assists the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and UCSF Health community to accomplish its strategic goals across the entire UCSF enterprise in a manner consistent with both law and University policy. As an integral part of the campus community, the UC Legal-San Francisco office supports and facilitates the campus' educational, patient care, research, and community service activities by providing legal services in a proactive and responsive manner.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess a J.D. from an accredited law school, advanced degree in a directly related area within the last 3 years, and/or equivalent experience/training
• Must be a member in good standing of the California Bar (Out-of-state hire would be afforded time to pass the Bar within a reasonable period.)
• Interest in promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion, and California public policy
• Ability to gain skills in collaboration and creative thinking to effectively partner with other attorneys and a diverse spectrum of clients
• Ability to work collegially and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented, fast-paced work environment
• Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills, including strong ability to actively listen to understand and differentiate critical aspects of issue, prior to offering counsel, and aptitude for communicating persuasively verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated written communication skills and ability to create and deliver effective materials and / or presentations appropriate to a particular audience
• Keen analytical skills
• Ability to acquire skills to draft accurate and complete legal documents, such as pleadings, legal responses, affidavits, position statements and briefs
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and tact when handling sensitive or potentially sensitive issues
• Demonstrated commitment to fairness in all interactions (both within and outside the team), and to the highest ethical standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal support or intern role
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career with public or non-profit entities, ideally in the field of healthcare and/or higher education
• Basic understanding of legal issues in a University counsel setting
• Basic understanding of legal issues in a university counsel or in-house hospital or health system setting

License/Certification

• Must be a member in good standing of the California Bar (Out-of-state hire would be afforded time to pass the Bar within a reasonable period)

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

005948 COUNSEL 1

Job Category

Legal Services, Professional (Non-Clinical)

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Contract

Percentage

100%

Location

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday; 8AM- 5PM PST