Corporate Associate (Licensing / Transactions - 3+ Yrs Exp)
Jobot
San Diego, CA
JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$250,000–$350,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Management, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Business Strategy, Clinical Trial, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Emerging Technology, Healthcare Software, High Tech Industry, IP (Internet Protocol), Intellectual Property (IP), Legal, License Agreements, Licensing, Manufacturing, Medical Equipment, Mentoring, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Patent Licensing, Product Lifecycle, Regulations, Research & Development (R&D), Risk, Service Delivery, Software Licenses, Software as a Service (SaaS), Space Science, Team Player
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
2 days ago
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Salary: $250,000 - $350,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are a nationally recognized, growing, Am Law 100 firm dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services across a wide range of practice areas. Our team combines deep expertise with a collaborative approach to solve complex challenges for clients. We value integrity, diversity, and professional growth, creating an environment where talented professionals thrive and clients receive outstanding results.
Why join us?
We believe our people are our greatest strength. Here’s what you can expect:
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, wellness, and financial programs designed to support you and your family.
Professional Development: Access to training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities to help you grow your career.
Inclusive Culture: A workplace that celebrates diversity and fosters collaboration.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible policies and resources to help you succeed personally and professionally.
Prestige & Impact: Join a leading firm where your work makes a meaningful difference for clients and communities.
Job Details
We are seeking a Corporate Associate to join a sophisticated Licensing & Technology Transactions practice focused on life sciences and technology. This role involves advising innovative companies on complex commercial and strategic matters throughout the product and company lifecycle, with meaningful client interaction and hands‑on responsibility.
What You’ll Do
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including:
Licensing, collaboration, and strategic alliance agreements
Research and development, clinical trial, manufacturing, supply, and commercialization agreements
Patent license agreements, IP assignments, and distribution agreements
Nondisclosure, material transfer, services, and technology-related agreements
Advise clients on contract interpretation, risk allocation, and compliance considerations
Provide commercial and IP diligence support in connection with strategic and corporate transactions
Manage higher‑volume commercial work, including standard customer agreements and terms and conditions
Work directly with in‑house counsel, business leaders, scientists, and cross‑functional teams
Stay current on legal and regulatory developments affecting life sciences and technology transactions
What We’re Looking For
JD or LLM from an ABA‑accredited law school
Admitted or eligible for admission in a U.S. jurisdiction (California preferred)
3+ years of experience negotiating commercial and licensing agreements for life sciences and/or technology clients at a law firm
Experience with biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, digital health, or software companies
Working knowledge of intellectual property law
Exposure to software licensing, SaaS, and technology transactions preferred
Familiarity with data privacy considerations and emerging technologies, including AI, is a plus
Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage competing priorities
Collaborative, professional, and comfortable with direct client contact
Why This Opportunity
Sophisticated, high‑impact work in the life sciences and technology space
Direct client engagement and substantive responsibility
Collaborative environment with strong mentorship
Opportunity to build a specialized, marketable practice
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About the Company
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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employeesINDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com