Paralegal/Contracts Associate

Medpace Holdings

Cincinnati, OH · Posted September 16, 2026

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About the job

Our corporate activities are growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking a full-time, office-based Paralegal/Contracts Associate to join our growing Sponsor Contracting team. If you want an exciting career where you use your previous expertise and can develop and grow your career even further, then this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

Provide paralegal support services to Medpace Contracts Attorneys including but not limited to:

Review sponsor and vendor contracts;

Review confidentiality agreements;

Send out executed contracts; and

Draft termination letters to vendors

Act as the main point of contact for contract database;

Provide contract process support to internal teams;

Support Contracts Attorneys with legal research; and

Complete special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies or Bachelor’s Degree and paralegal certificate;

0-3 years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant or contracts adminstrator; and

Demonstrated ability to efficiently use Microsoft Word and Excel.

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase l-lV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.

Purpose-Driven Work

Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence

Collaborative Culture

Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.

Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable

Continuous Growth & Development

Office based environment with on-site mentors

Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities

Industry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development

Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career

An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly

Other Employee Benefits

Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance

Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits

Office based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after training

Company-sponsored social events and intramural sports

Cincinnati Headquarters Experience

A modern corporate campus designed to support collaboration and productivity

Multiple on-site dining options in the heart of Madison Square

Free on-site parking

Convenient access to on-site 24-7 fitness and wellness facilities

What to Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your application and if your profile matches our current needs, you will be contacted for an interview. While we review all applications carefully, we are unable to respond to every applicant, and only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.