Digital Technology Contracts Counsel

Department:
Institutional Privacy Office-602500

Career Area:
Information Technology

Posting Open Date: 10/22/2026

Final date to receive applications: 11/30/2026

Open Until Filled:
No

Position Type:
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Digital Technology Contracts Counsel

Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

Vacancy

Full Time/Part Time:
Full-Time Permanent

FTE: 1

Hours per week: 40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range: $120,000 - $140,000

Proposed

Start Date:

12/21/2026

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world‑class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full‑time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The Institutional Privacy Office engages in a challenging, wide‑ranging data and privacy practice that requires knowledge of digital risk and data governance issues. The department consolidates digital risk management and privacy laws to develop, implement, and maintain privacy‑focused policies, procedures and guidelines, keeping the University in compliance with Federal, State and International regulations. The department coordinates senior leaders across the academic medical center, including clinical research, clinical care, and information security platforms, as well as knowledge of international privacy laws to assist the institution's global programs.

The Institutional Privacy Office partners with information technology professionals who have knowledge of information security and data governance principles to assist in improving the institution's approach to managing digital risk across dispersed units, committees, and systems while also advising institutional leaders on data and privacy issues.

This position is a 100% remote work arrangement, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The Junior Digital Technology Contracts Counsel provides legal advice and transactional support related to data privacy, information security, and technology procurement. The position is responsible for drafting, reviewing, updating, and negotiating data privacy and information security provisions contained in the University's standard terms and conditions and a wide range of technology‑related agreements.

Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor, Chief Privacy Officer, and Special Counsel, this position supports the University's digital risk, data privacy, information security, data governance, and technology acquisition activities by providing specialized legal advice related to technology licensing, data privacy, and information security provisions contained in University technology agreements. The Junior Digital Technology Contracts Counsel partners closely with the Office of…