Associate

Life Sciences Transactions – Associate

  • LocationPalo Alto, California
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience3+ PQE
  • Compensation$260k–$390k
  • PracticeTechnology

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Our client, a premier law firm, is seeking an associate to join its Technology & Life Sciences practice in Palo Alto.

This role focuses on complex, cross-border life sciences transactions. The ideal candidate will have:

  • 3+ years of experience in a large law firm environment
  • Experience with life sciences partnering, collaboration, and licensing agreements (including cross-border matters)
  • Experience with life sciences commercial agreements (e.g., supply and manufacturing agreements, master services agreements, research agreements, clinical trial agreements)
  • Experience supporting IP transactions for M&A, royalty monetization, and capital markets

An undergraduate or graduate science degree and/or medical device experience are preferred but not required. Candidates must be admitted to, or eligible to promptly seek admission to, the California bar. This role offers a competitive compensation package, including bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits.

  • 3+ years of transactional experience in a large law firm environment
  • Demonstrated experience in life sciences partnering, collaboration, and licensing agreements, including cross-border transactions
  • Experience drafting and negotiating life sciences commercial agreements (e.g., supply and manufacturing, master services, research, and clinical trial agreements)
  • Experience supporting IP aspects of M&A, royalty monetization, and capital markets transactions
  • Science background or medical device experience preferred
  • Admission to, or eligibility for prompt admission to, the California bar

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