Clinical Trial, Commercial & R&D Counsel (Pharma / Life Sciences)
Axiom is seeking experienced attorneys to join their legal team as Clinical Trial, Commercial & R&D Counsel, focusing on the pharmaceutical and health systems sectors. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial and research-related agreements, emphasizing global transactions, collaborations with Clinical Research Organizations (CROs), and research and development (R&D) initiatives. Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available, with the flexibility of remote work.
Key responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various agreements such as Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs), and Consulting Agreements. The role also involves providing legal support for global transactions and cross-border collaborations, advising on engagements with CROs, handling R&D-related legal work—including pre-clinical and sponsored research agreements, Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs)—and supporting licensing and collaboration agreements within the life sciences sector. Additionally, the counsel will partner with business stakeholders, including business development and licensing teams, on strategic and operational initiatives, and contribute to structuring and negotiating research collaborations and related transactions.
Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active bar membership in good standing. Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or health system sectors is required, with a preference for candidates who have a blend of these experiences. Demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following areas is essential: global transactional experience, working with CROs, or R&D legal work, including pre-clinical and sponsored research. Familiarity with intellectual property transactions in the life sciences space, experience supporting licensing, collaboration, and research agreements, and strong drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills are also necessary.
The estimated total compensation for full-time Axiom attorney roles ranges from $104,500 to $325,000 per year. Compensation decisions are based on various factors, including experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs. Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and paid time off; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools.
Axiom has pioneered the alternative legal services industry for over 25 years, serving more than 1,500 legal departments globally with a unique blend of world-class legal talent and advanced AI tools. The company tackles complex legal matters across 12 practice areas for clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies to small and medium-sized businesses, empowering legal professionals to engage in meaningful work that advances their careers. Axiom's commitment to excellence is highlighted by a Talent Net Promoter Score (NPS) of +71% and a Client NPS of +64%, reflecting a dynamic and collaborative company culture that values agility and excellence.