bioMérieux
Legal Counsel, R&D and Medical Affairs
bioMérieux, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Overview
Support business initiatives globally for bioMérieux’s R&D team. Responsibilities include early‑stage development activities, clinical trials, consortium and collaboration agreements, with a focus on the Molecular Biology franchise and Sequencing activity. Opportunities also exist in microbiology, Immunoassay, and medical affairs. Candidates will work closely with business stakeholders, operate independently in a fast‑paced environment, and collaborate across the bioMérieux organization worldwide.
Primary Duties
Provide legal advice and risk assessment to internal R&D and Medical Affairs clients.
Draft, negotiate, and advise on contracts related to R&D activities, including IVD instruments, clinical trial agreements, material transfer agreements, IP and development agreements, and consortium collaborations.
Defend bioMérieux’s interests in pre‑litigation and litigation contexts.
Conduct legal research.
Assist with developing, implementing, and improving processes and systems to increase the Legal Department’s efficiency.
Participate in the enhancement and implementation of contractual templates.
Inform and train internal clients.
Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Juris Doctor (JD) required.
Admission to the bar in good standing required.
Five years of experience within a corporate environment required, with two years in a Research and Development environment.
Expertise in drafting and negotiating R&D agreements required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Highly adaptable, resilient, and flexible in a dynamic work environment.
Business acumen to understand and drive business success.
Critical thinking, time management, communication, problem‑solving, and digital literacy.
Effective problem analysis leading to high‑quality decisions.
Ability to navigate ambiguity with proactive communication.
Thriving in a fast‑paced environment by multitasking and maintaining productivity.
Solution‑oriented in conflict situations.
Cross‑functional collaboration and communication.
Deep understanding of cross‑department roles, responsibilities, goals, and processes.
Excellent negotiation skills.
Build and maintain positive, productive interactions with colleagues.
Consistently uphold core ethical principles and values promoted by bioMérieux.
Travel Domestic travel 5% per year. International travel 5–10% per year.
Scam Notice Recruitment related scams are on the rise. Fraudulent postings may appear on other sites or via email/text. Verify postings on the official careers site https://careers.biomerieux.com/ or contact bioMérieux at
[email protected] .
EEO Statement BioMérieux Inc. and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Receipt of satisfactory reference responses, proof of identity, and legal authorization to work in the United States are required of all new hires. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission may result in the failure to receive an offer, retraction of an offer, or dismissal. Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting bioMérieux.
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Primary Duties
Provide legal advice and risk assessment to internal R&D and Medical Affairs clients.
Draft, negotiate, and advise on contracts related to R&D activities, including IVD instruments, clinical trial agreements, material transfer agreements, IP and development agreements, and consortium collaborations.
Defend bioMérieux’s interests in pre‑litigation and litigation contexts.
Conduct legal research.
Assist with developing, implementing, and improving processes and systems to increase the Legal Department’s efficiency.
Participate in the enhancement and implementation of contractual templates.
Inform and train internal clients.
Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Juris Doctor (JD) required.
Admission to the bar in good standing required.
Five years of experience within a corporate environment required, with two years in a Research and Development environment.
Expertise in drafting and negotiating R&D agreements required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Highly adaptable, resilient, and flexible in a dynamic work environment.
Business acumen to understand and drive business success.
Critical thinking, time management, communication, problem‑solving, and digital literacy.
Effective problem analysis leading to high‑quality decisions.
Ability to navigate ambiguity with proactive communication.
Thriving in a fast‑paced environment by multitasking and maintaining productivity.
Solution‑oriented in conflict situations.
Cross‑functional collaboration and communication.
Deep understanding of cross‑department roles, responsibilities, goals, and processes.
Excellent negotiation skills.
Build and maintain positive, productive interactions with colleagues.
Consistently uphold core ethical principles and values promoted by bioMérieux.
Travel Domestic travel 5% per year. International travel 5–10% per year.
Scam Notice Recruitment related scams are on the rise. Fraudulent postings may appear on other sites or via email/text. Verify postings on the official careers site https://careers.biomerieux.com/ or contact bioMérieux at
[email protected] .
EEO Statement BioMérieux Inc. and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Receipt of satisfactory reference responses, proof of identity, and legal authorization to work in the United States are required of all new hires. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission may result in the failure to receive an offer, retraction of an offer, or dismissal. Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting bioMérieux.
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