Director Privacy Counsel

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Director, Privacy Counsel

The candidate will maintain current knowledge of applicable privacy laws in the US (state and federal) and ex-US (e.g., European Union and foreign national laws), including in the areas of consumer privacy, genetic testing, DNA analysis, human subjects research, health information exchanges, and medical privacy). Will demonstrate expertise in HIPAA, state laws, GDPR, HHS Common Rule, and FDA policies for protection of human subjects, with only limited need for consultation with outside counsel. Advise firms on matters related to informed consent, HIPAA authorization, and research protocols, including obtaining any appropriate waivers or exemptions. Advise firms on de-identification and anonymization standards and requirements, including expert determinations under HIPAA. Assist Legal colleagues in connection with need for or negotiation of Business Associate Agreements. Along with Privacy Officer, serve as a privacy subject matter expert to firms for all privacy-related issues. In collaboration with Privacy Officer and the EU Data Protection Officer (as applicable), advise on required breach determination and notification processes under HIPAA, GDPR, and applicable US state breach laws and requirements. Create internal Legal and Compliance guidelines and tools for common privacy topics. Work in strong partnership and collaboration with other members of the Legal and Compliance department to develop, implement, and share best practices, leverage learnings, and create an effective privacy program within the larger Roche enterprise. Participate in certain internal firms committees as a standing team member. Prepare materials and make presentations to firms senior leadership, Compliance Committee, and board members, as requested. Manage and coordinate with outside privacy counsel, as needed on a case-by-case basis. Other duties as assigned.

Company info

Foundation Medicine, Inc.
150 Second Street
Cambridge
Massachusetts
United States 02141
Website : http://www.foundationmedicine.com