Corporate Counsel, High-Impact Biotech Legal OpportunityHelp shape the legal foundation behind breakthrough cancer therapies.An innovative and mission-driven biotechnology company focused on transforming cancer treatment is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join its growing legal team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a sophisticated in-house legal professional who thrives in fast-paced, science-driven environments and wants to play a direct role in advancing therapies that could meaningfully improve patient outcomes.Reporting directly to the General Counsel, this role will serve as a highly visible legal partner across the organization, supporting critical business initiatives spanning clinical development, research, technology, vendor partnerships, and corporate operations. This is far more than a contracts role—this is an opportunity to become a trusted strategic advisor helping enable innovation while thoughtfully managing risk.The ideal candidate brings strong pharmaceutical or biotechnology legal experience, particularly in clinical contracting, and enjoys collaborating with smart, mission-oriented teams tackling meaningful scientific challenges.What You’ll DoServe as a key legal business partner supporting high-priority initiatives across clinical development, R&D, IT, operations, and corporate functionsDraft, review, negotiate, and advise on a broad range of complex agreements, including:Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs)Ancillary clinical agreements (SCCs, LOIs, DRAs, LRAs)Informed Consent Forms (ICFs)Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and Statements of WorkCRO and vendor agreementsTechnology and IT contractsConsulting agreementsConfidential Disclosure / NDA agreementsPartner closely with internal stakeholders, external counsel, CROs, vendors, and business leaders to move initiatives forward efficientlyAdvise on legal and regulatory considerations impacting pharmaceutical R&D, clinical operations, contracting, and data privacySupport broader legal department initiatives, special projects, and evolving business needs in a dynamic growth environmentHelp build scalable legal processes that support innovation while protecting the organizationWhat Makes This Opportunity ExcitingDirect exposure to executive leadership, including close partnership with the General CounselOpportunity to make tangible impact in a company focused on life-changing oncology innovationBroad legal scope beyond standard commercial contractingHigh visibility, cross-functional role with meaningful business influenceCollaborative, intellectually curious culture with strong emphasis on accountability, growth, and teamworkOpportunity to join at an exciting stage of company evolutionIdeal BackgroundJuris Doctor (JD) required5+ years of in-house legal experience within biotechnology, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or clinical-stage healthcare organizationsDeep experience drafting and negotiating clinical and commercial agreements in regulated life sciences environmentsStrong working knowledge of:Securities contract experience is neededClinical trial contracting is neededPharmaceutical / biotech regulatory frameworksData privacy considerations impacting clinical researchVendor and service contractingStrong business judgment with the ability to balance legal risk and practical executionExceptional communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skillsAbility to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-moving environmentDetail-oriented, highly responsive, and collaborative in approachMandarin / Chinese language proficiency is desiredCompensation$150,000 – $270,000, depending on experience and qualifications, plus the opportunity to join a mission-driven organization doing meaningful work at the forefront of oncology innovation.
