Clinical Trial, Commercial & R&D Counsel (Pharma / Life Sciences)

Overview

A remote opportunity is available for experienced attorneys to support legal teams in the pharmaceutical and health systems sectors. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial and research-related agreements, with a focus on global transactions, clinical research organizations (CROs), and research & development (R&D) activities. Both full-time and part-time positions are offered.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements, including:
  • Master Services Agreements (MSAs)
  • Statements of Work (SOWs)
  • Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs)
  • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs)
  • Consulting Agreements
• Provide legal support for global and cross-border transactions
• Advise on engagements with Clinical Research Organizations (CROs)
• Manage R&D-related legal matters, such as:
  • Pre-clinical research agreements
  • Sponsored research agreements (e.g., industry–academic collaborations)
  • Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs)
• Support licensing and collaboration agreements within the life sciences sector
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, including business development and licensing teams, on strategic and operational initiatives
• Assist in structuring and negotiating research collaborations and related transactions

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active bar membership in good standing
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or health system sectors (preferably a combination)
• Demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following areas:
  • Global transactional experience
  • Working with Clinical Research Organizations (CROs)
  • R&D legal work, including pre-clinical and sponsored research
• Familiarity with intellectual property transactions in life sciences
• Experience supporting licensing, collaboration, and research agreements
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated total compensation for full-time attorney roles ranges from $104,500 to $325,000 per year
• For non-attorney roles, compensation ranges from $71,250 to $309,750 per year
• Compensation is determined based on factors such as experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs
• Eligible employees may receive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and paid time off; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities

Location

• Remote position

Additional Information

• Employment may be contingent upon successful background check, proof of identity, and legal authorization to work
• The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and prohibits discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics
• Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process