Director, ER&D Counsel & Strategic Partnerships

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. is seeking a Director, Corporate Counsel for its Early Research & Development organization in San Rafael, California. This role involves providing strategic legal counsel and partnering with scientific and business leaders to support innovative research initiatives and collaborations.

The successful candidate will have at least 7 years of legal experience in the biotechnology sector, strong skills in negotiation and communication, and a deep understanding of intellectual property issues. This is an excellent opportunity to influence the company’s strategic objectives while fostering collaborations and innovation.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant legal experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical environments.
• Significant experience negotiating and drafting complex research agreements.
• Ability to independently manage complex legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary legal advisor for the Early Research & Development organization.
• Lead drafting and negotiation of various agreements for research activities.
• Partner with teams to support intellectual property strategy and transactions.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

Organizational Skills

Education

J.D. degree from an accredited law school

Job description

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. is seeking a Director, Corporate Counsel for its Early Research & Development organization in San Rafael, California. This role involves providing strategic legal counsel and partnering with scientific and business leaders to support innovative research initiatives and collaborations.

The successful candidate will have at least 7 years of legal experience in the biotechnology sector, strong skills in negotiation and communication, and a deep understanding of intellectual property issues. This is an excellent opportunity to influence the company’s strategic objectives while fostering collaborations and innovation.