Life Sciences Counsel (Professional Track)

Crowell & Moring is an international law firm with operations in the United States, Europe, and MENA. Drawing on significant government, business, industry, and legal experience, the firm helps clients capitalize on opportunities and provides creative solutions to complex regulatory and policy, litigation, transactional, and intellectual property issues. The firm is consistently recognized for its commitment to pro bono service, as well as its comprehensive programs and initiatives to advance the professional and personal development of all members of the Crowell community.

Job Description

Crowell & Moring is seeking a professional track counsel to join our Life Sciences practice in Boston, New York, or San Francisco. This individual will work with our team to counsel life science companies, investment firms, academic research institutions, and NGOs involved in the discovery, development, manufacture, and commercialization of novel therapeutics, devices, digital health and research tools, and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support transactions involving clinical-stage and commercial-stage manufacturing, manufacturing technology licensing, and related supply chain arrangements for therapeutic products

• Draft and negotiate complex agreements for biologics, gene therapies, large-molecule products, and other pharmaceutical products, including manufacturing services, quality, supply, and licensing arrangements

• Counsel clients on strategic goals, identify and prioritize key legal and business issues, and develop practical, clearly documented solutions

• Work directly with technical operations, quality, business development, senior management, and boards of directors at biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies and CDMOs

• Manage multiple matters and tight deadlines in a fast-paced client-service environment

• Supervise and mentor junior lawyers while contributing to knowledge sharing across the practice

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in a sophisticated life sciences transactional practice at a law firm and/or in-house legal department

• Deep experience with clinical-stage and commercial-stage manufacturing, manufacturing technology licensing, and supply chain agreements for therapeutic products

• Familiarity with biology and chemistry principles relevant to pharmaceutical design and function

• Understanding of the regulatory framework governing therapeutic development and commercialization

• Knowledge of intellectual property licensing and biotechnology business development practices

• Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, analytical, and project management skills

• Sophisticated communication skills and confidence interacting directly with technical, operational, and senior business stakeholders

• Ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and deliver pragmatic advice under tight deadlines

• Commitment to teamwork, knowledge sharing, and the development of junior lawyers

How to Apply

To apply, submit your cover letter, resume, and transcript using the online application system.

Benefits and Compensation

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance to applicable laws. The salary range for this position is $227,000 to $261,000. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. Other benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave. The salary for this position may vary based on market data, an applicant's skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.

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