Assistant/Associate General Counsel

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center seeks an Assistant or Associate General Counsel to support the General Counsel and Compliance Department. The role partners with the Clinical Trials Office and scientific staff to negotiate research, manufacturing, and technology transfer agreements while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Required are a J.D. from a US- accredited law school and NY Bar admission, with at least four years in private practice or in-house experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of FDA regulations relevant to research and clinical work.
• Familiarity with New York public entity and hospital laws.
• At least four years of private practice or in-house experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and negotiate a wide variety of contracts (research, clinical trial, manufacturing, service, and tech transfer).
• Provide timely legal guidance and contract interpretation to support Roswell Park objectives.
• Interface with clinical, research, and administrative leadership to minimize risk.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Regulatory guidance

Contract interpretation

Legal research

Communication

Education

J.D. degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Legal databases (Westlaw/LEXIS)

Job description

Assistant/Associate General Counsel

Roswell Park is seeking an Assistant or Associate General Counsel to work in the General Counsel and Compliance Department, reporting to the Assistant Vice President and Deputy General Counsel.

This position will work closely with Roswell Park’s Clinical Trials Office and scientific shared resources, including scientific faculty and operations staff, to primarily support Roswell Park’s research mission and advance scientific innovation. The Assistant/Associate General Counsel is responsible for reviewing and negotiating a wide variety of contracts, which may include: (i) research-related agreements (clinical trial, subsite/subaward, collaborative research, and sponsored research agreements), (ii) production and manufacturing agreements (for the manufacture/production of investigational cellular therapy products and intermediates, viral and non-viral vectors, and other related products), (iii) research-related service agreements and procurement contracts (equipment, reagents, supplies, software, and materials used in production/manufacturing); and (v) technology transfer (license agreements), commercial collaborations, and other agreements having significant intellectual property implications.

What You’ll Do:

The Assistant/Associate General Counsel will assist with other legal matters as needed to support the clinical and research missions of Roswell Park, which matters may include providing regulatory guidance, contract interpretation, and other legal support as requested. The Assistant/Associate General Counsel will interface with management of various clinical, research, and administrative departments and provide timely legal guidance to facilitate Roswell Park objectives and support operations while minimizing potential legal risk and exposure.

What You’ll Bring:

Must develop and maintain knowledge of relevant FDA regulations, research subject protection regulations, New York laws applicable to public entities and hospitals, and general health and privacy laws to support legal practice. At least four (4) years of full-time responsible private practice or in-house legal experience required. Must hold J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school and be admitted to practice law by the State of New York Bar.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Roswell Park, your work has purpose.
As the nation’s first cancer center and the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in Upstate New York, Roswell Park has been at the forefront of cancer research, treatment, and innovation for more than a century.
When you join Roswell Park, you’ll become part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to eliminating cancer’s grip on humanity through personalized care, groundbreaking discoveries, and the healing power of hope.

What sets us apart:

• Mission with meaning – Every role contributes to improving and saving lives.
• Innovation and discovery – Work alongside nationally recognized clinicians, researchers, and leaders advancing the future of cancer care.
• Collaborative culture – Join a team that values respect, inclusion, teamwork, and shared success.
• Leadership impact – Help guide strategic decisions that support transformational patient care, research, and education.
• Professional growth – Expand your influence and career while working in a nationally renowned organization recognized for excellence.
• Commitment to people – At Roswell Park, employees are heard, valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference every day.

This position qualifies for a hybrid remote work arrangement.

Starting annual salary for the Assistant is $115,283 commensurate with experience.

Starting annual salary for the Associate is $145,685 commensurate with experience.