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

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Posted Apr 25, 2026

Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Part Time

Overview

This remote position seeks experienced attorneys to support legal teams in the pharmaceutical and health systems sectors. The 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 opportunities are available.

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 field
  • 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

Requirements

  • 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
  • Estimated total compensation for non-attorney roles ranges from $71,250 to $309,750 per year
  • Compensation is determined by factors including experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs
  • Additional benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and paid time off; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities

Location

  • This is a remote position

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