Associate

Mid-Level Associate, Life Sciences Licensing — Boston

  • LocationBoston, Massachusetts
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience3–4 PQE
  • PracticeIntellectual Property, Technology

A leading US law firm

Apply in confidence →

Mid-level associate opportunity on a life sciences licensing team in Boston. The role focuses on intellectual property and technology transactions supporting clients in biotechnology and related life-science industries.

Typical matters include drafting and negotiating IP licenses (patent and trademark), joint development and collaboration agreements, technology and services agreements (including SaaS), distribution agreements, and technology-transfer work. The position also includes IP and technology-transaction due diligence in corporate transactions.

The team values collaborative, cross-practice work and the ability to manage significant components of transactions independently. Strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent academic credentials are required.

  • 3–4 years' experience in intellectual property licensing, technology-transfer or technology-transaction work
  • Experience drafting and negotiating patent/trademark licenses, collaboration and joint-development agreements, technology/services agreements (including SaaS), and distribution agreements
  • Experience performing IP and technology-transaction due diligence for corporate transactions
  • Proven ability to work in teams and manage substantial transaction components independently; excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Bar admission in the relevant US jurisdiction or eligibility to obtain admission promptly

Apply for this role

Confidential. We never contact your current employer.

Easy application — upload your CV first

We read it on your device and fill in your details for you. Nothing is sent until you review and submit.