IP Technology Transactions (Life Sciences) Associate Attorney

A law firm in San Francisco, CA is seeking an IP Technology Transactions (Life Sciences) Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience in licensing, collaboration, and commercial partnering transactions within the life sciences sector. The ideal candidate will have significant law firm experience representing biotech and pharmaceutical companies in licensing patents and collaborating on novel therapeutics, vaccines, diagnostic tools, and digital health technologies. This role involves negotiating complex standalone commercial transactions that advance technologies through clinical trials and toward FDA regulatory approval. Superior academic credentials, excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills are required. Candidates must be Barred in California or eligible to sit for the next Bar exam.

Duties:

• Advising biotech and pharmaceutical clients on intellectual property licensing and collaboration agreements.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements related to technology licensing, joint ventures, research and development collaborations, and commercial partnerships.
• Conducting due diligence reviews related to IP assets and technology transfers.
• Providing legal advice on regulatory compliance issues related to FDA approvals and other relevant regulatory matters.
• Collaborating closely with founders and technology developers to strategize and execute technology commercialization efforts.
• Managing client relationships and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• 3-6 years of experience in licensing, collaboration, and commercial partnering transactions within a law firm environment, focusing on life sciences.
• Experience representing biotech and pharmaceutical clients in IP transactions and technology commercialization.
• Bar admission in California or eligibility to sit for the next Bar exam.

Certifications:

• Certification in intellectual property law (if applicable).

Skills:

• Strong negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and technology.

Benefits Offered: The firm provides a competitive benefits package including Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and comprehensive wellbeing programs.

The San Francisco office of this highly profitable, full-service firm has grown significantly in recent years and has worked on some of the most interesting and complex technology transactions in the world. Although the firm practices in loosely-organized Corporate, Litigation, Intellectual Property, and Tax groups, the San Francisco office focuses primarily on Corporate and Intellectual Property work. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and most associates believe the firm is truly a great place to work.