IP Technology Transactions (Life Sciences) Associate Attorney

A law firm in Washington, DC 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 substantial 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 and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills are required.

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 regulatory matters.
• Collaborating with clients, including founders and technology developers, to strategize and execute on 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, with a focus on life sciences.
• Experience representing biotech and pharmaceutical clients in IP transactions and technology commercialization.
• Bar admission in the state of the office location or eligibility to sit for the next Bar exam.
• Strong understanding of intellectual property law and FDA regulatory processes.

Certifications:

• Certification in intellectual property law (if applicable).

Skills:

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

Benefits Offered: The firm provides a comprehensive benefits package including Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and opportunities for professional development and wellbeing initiatives.

This firm is one of the nation's acknowledged best in intellectual property work.This medium sized DC firm, with a major office on the West Coast, is made up attorneys who fill the halls with some pretty erudite conversation. Obviously, there is a strong preference here for scientific backgrounds, with an added bonus for people with Ph.d.'s and business development acumen. Pay and benefits are high.