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Boston, MA, United States

Technology Transactions (Biotech) Associate Attorney

Attorney

4-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Boston, MA is seeking a Technology Transactions (Biotech) Associate Attorney with 6+ years of transactional and licensing experience, and a strong interest in the life sciences sector. The ideal candidate will have opportunities to interact directly with clients, engage in dynamic transactions, and work closely with a team of energetic attorneys. A background in biological sciences, chemistry, engineering, pharmacy, or business is highly favored.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handle a range of technology transactions and licensing matters, focusing on the biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, digital health, medical devices, diagnostics, and discovery tools sectors.
• Interact with clients, providing legal counsel on day-to-day matters and complex strategic transactions.
• Develop, draft, and negotiate a variety of agreements including partnering and licensing arrangements, research and development agreements, and manufacturing, supply, and distribution agreements.
• Manage agreements with academic or research institutions, clinical trial arrangements, material transfer agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Assist with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, spin-outs, and joint ventures involving life sciences companies.
• Collaborate with other attorneys firmwide to provide comprehensive legal support and advice.
• Lead the structure and negotiation of complex transactions, ensuring alignment with client objectives and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in the state of Massachusetts.
• 6+ years of experience in technology transactions and licensing, preferably with a focus on life sciences.
• Strong academic credentials and a demonstrated interest in the life sciences sector.
• Experience with a range of transaction types including partnering, licensing, R&D, manufacturing, clinical trials, and M&A.
• Comfortable with significant client interaction and a desire to take on leadership roles in structuring and negotiating transactions.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage complex transactions and multitask effectively.
• Keen interest in the life sciences industry and a background in biological sciences, chemistry, engineering, pharmacy, or business is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Monthly wellness reimbursements.
• 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support and virtual counseling.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including family-building benefits.
• Paid parental leave and extensive parenting support resources.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with firm contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm matching.
• Pretax commuter and parking benefits.
• Various insurance options including life, disability, critical illness, and pet insurance.
• Firm-paid continuing legal education (CLE), bar review fees, and bar dues.

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