Midlevel Intellectual Property Associate - Technology Transactions (Life Science)
About the role
We are currently seeking associates with three (3) to six (6) years of licensing / collaboration and commercial partnering transactions experience for our growing life sciences technology transactions practice. The ideal candidate will have substantial law firm experience representing biotechs and big pharmas as they license patents and collaborate to advance novel therapeutics, vaccines, diagnostic and digital health technologies through clinical trials and toward regulatory (FDA) approval. Experience working with AI-native or AI-driven biotechnology companies—particularly those integrating artificial intelligence or machine learning into drug discovery, diagnostics, or life sciences R&D—is a plus. This is an ideal position for candidates seeking to work closely with founders developing cutting edge technologies and negotiate complex standalone commercial transactions that transform both the technologies and participants. The position also suits those desiring both life sciences and broader tech exposure.
Responsibilities
Associates will represent biotech and pharmaceutical clients in licensing patents, negotiating collaboration and commercial partnering transactions, advancing therapeutics, vaccines, diagnostics, and digital health technologies through clinical trials and toward FDA approval, and working with AI-driven biotech companies on drug discovery, diagnostics, and life sciences R&D initiatives.
Requirements
Three (3) to six (6) years of licensing, collaboration, and commercial partnering transactions experience; substantial law firm experience representing biotechs and big pharmas; eligibility for bar admission in the state of the office (must be barred or able to sit/waive into the next bar exam); superior academic credentials.
Qualifications
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills; ability to work closely with founders on cutting‑edge technologies; interest in both life sciences and broader tech exposure.
Benefits
- Healthcare
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellbeing programs
Eligible employees receive these benefits; temporary employees are generally not entitled to them. A discretionary bonus may be available based on performance. Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request.
Pay
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $260,000–$390,000. Actual base salary may vary based on qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, certifications or professional licenses, and work location. A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance.