At least 3 years of experience in life sciences licensing
Bachelor's degree in Biology or Chemistry-related field
Experience in the biopharmaceutical industry
Excellent drafting skills
Strong negotiation abilities
Responsibilities
Advise clients on life sciences transactions
Structure and negotiate licensing agreements
Collaborate with clients to solve complex legal issues
Facilitate strategic partnerships and joint ventures
Manage vendor agreements and technology licensing transactions
Benefits
LiveWell Latham program for employee well-being
Comprehensive resources for personal and family support
Focus on health management and future savings
Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity employment
Full Job Description
About the Practice Group
Latham's life sciences licensing group brings market-leading experience to structuring and negotiating the industry's most transformative strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and other licensing agreements.
We draw on deep industry experience and technical knowledge to advise life sciences companies and their investors on the full range of technology-based commercial transactions. Many lawyers on our team hold advanced scientific and business degrees, are qualified to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office, and have held legal and scientific positions within high-profile life sciences companies.
Our team routinely advises on life sciences transactions that receive industry-wide accolades for their innovative approaches to identify, develop and commercialize cutting-edge products. We advise across the spectrum of life sciences transactions, from vendor agreements and intellectual property and technology licensing transactions, to complex strategic alliances and collaborations. We work collaboratively with clients to identify, conceptualize, and develop creative solutions to the thorniest business and legal issues that arise in the course of a complex life sciences transaction.
About the Role
The Corporate Department of the New York office seeks a skilled and highly qualified corporate associate with at least three years of life sciences licensing experience. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Biology or Chemistry-related fields or experience in the biopharmaceutical industry. The candidate should have excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
Main Contact Details
If you have any questions about the application, please contact:
Julia Graham Associate Recruiting Manager - US Specialized Hiring
Additional Information
Investing in the well-being of our lawyers and staff is among the firm's highest priorities. Through our "LiveWell Latham" program, we offer best-in-class benefits and comprehensive resources designed to support you and your loved ones through all life's moments - from building a family and taking care of loved ones, to managing your health and saving for the future.
Pay Range
Associate Base Salary
Discretionary bonuses may be available depending on application circumstances and position.
Class ofUS Payroll2026$225,0002025$225,0002024$235,0002023$260,0002022$310,0002021$365,0002020$390,0002019 $420,000 2018$435,000
