Associate, Life Sciences Corporate Transactions

Advocates Legal Recruiting

Join a premier legal team as a Life Sciences Associate focusing on licensing agreements. Work with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies in the life sciences sector.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $260,000 - $365,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting and negotiating complex life sciences agreements while providing strategic legal support to biotech and pharmaceutical clients. Possesses strong analytical, research, and writing skills essential for effective contract management and business decision-making.

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Corporate Transactional ExperienceLife Sciences Agreements ExpertiseContract Drafting and NegotiationJuris Doctor (JD)Licensed to Practice in Washington, DC

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingContract NegotiationAnalytical SkillsResearch SkillsWriting Skills

Soft Skills

Business JudgmentAttention to DetailIndependent WorkCollaborative Work

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD)Licensed to Practice in Washington, DC

Industry Keywords

BiotechPharmaceuticalAgreementsLicensesCollaborationsSupply Contracts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft and negotiate complex agreements, including licenses, collaborations, and supply contracts.
Partner with biotech and pharmaceutical clients to advance their strategic business goals.
Engage in high-level problem-solving and support business-critical decisions.

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 3 years of corporate transactional experience
Specific expertise in life sciences agreements
Juris Doctor (JD) with exceptional academic credentials
Licensed to practice in Washington, DC.
Strong contract drafting and negotiation abilities
Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills
Business judgment and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) options