Assistant/Associate General Counsel

Monroe County Bar Association; Buffalo, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Roswell Park in Buffalo, NY seeks an Assistant or Associate General Counsel to support the General Counsel and Compliance Department, working closely with the Clinical Trials Office and scientific staff to advance Roswell Park's research mission. You will review and negotiate contracts including research agreements, procurement, and technology transfer, provide regulatory guidance, and help minimize legal risk across the organization.

The role requires a J.D. from a U.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of private practice or in-house legal experience.
• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and NY Bar admission.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations and health privacy laws.

Responsibilities

• Review and negotiate a wide variety of contracts including research-related agreements and technology transfer.
• Provide regulatory guidance, contract interpretation, and legal support to fast-track Roswell Park objectives.
• Interface with management across clinical, research, and administrative departments to minimize legal risk.

Skills

Legal experience

Regulatory knowledge

Education

J.D. degree

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Employer:

Roswell Park

Location:

Category Description:

Attorneys

Job Type:

Full-Time

Job Information

Position Description:

Assistant/Associate General Counsel

Job Description Summary

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 withmanagement 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.