Paralegal

Ionis-Pharmaceuticals; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 92,000; Full time

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Job summary

Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc., headquartered in Carlsbad, CA, seeks a paralegal to support commercial agreements and related matters. The role may be on site in Carlsbad or Boston, or remote, offering flexibility for a seasoned life sciences paralegal.

You will draft, negotiate and manage master services and consulting agreements from templates, coordinate with legal counsel, and ensure compliance while handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• Requires California Paralegal Certificate or ABA-approved program.
• 5+ years of experience supporting life sciences companies as a paralegal.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills; superb emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review various agreements including commercial agreements, master services agreements (and related scopes of work), and consulting agreements from templates for Ionis’ core business units
• Manage the negotiation and revision process to conclude agreements as efficiently as possible while meeting client needs and safeguarding Ionis’ interests
• Monitor and track continued compliance under executed agreements
• Build and foster relationships of trust with the legal team, internal stakeholders and external parties
• Answer internal questions about executed agreements
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Prioritization

Education

California Paralegal Certificate or ABA-approved program

5+ years life sciences paralegal experience

Job description

Job Category: General & Administrative - Ionis

Requisition Number: IONIS004020

• Posted : October 5, 2026
• Full-Time

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Description

Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, and with offices in Boston, Massachusetts, and Dublin, Ireland, Ionis has been at work for more than three decades discovering medical breakthroughs that have redefined life for people with serious diseases. We’re pioneers in RNA-targeted medicines, and our platform continues to revolutionize drug discovery and transform lives for patients with unmet needs. With multiple marketed medicines and a leading pipeline in neurology, cardiology and select areas of high patient needs, we continue to drive innovation in RNA therapies in addition to advancing new approaches in gene editing to provide greater value to patients and are well positioned financially to deliver on our strategic goals.

At Ionis, we pride ourselves on cultivating a challenging, motivating and rewarding environment that fosters innovation and scientific excellence. We know that our success is a direct result of the exceptional talents and dedication of our employees.

With an unprecedented opportunity to change the course of human health, we look to add diverse individuals, skill sets and perspectives to our exceptional team. We continue to invest time, money and energy into making our onsite, hybrid and remote work environments a place where solid and lasting relationships are built and where our culture and employees can thrive.

We’re building on our rich history, and we believe our greatest achievements are ahead of us. If you’re passionate about the opportunity to have meaningful impact on patients in need, we invite you to apply and join us. Experience and contribute to our unique culture while you develop and expand your career!

PARALEGAL

SUMMARY:

Ionis is seeking a paralegal to assist with our commercial agreements and a variety of other matters. The ideal candidate should have in-depth experience drafting, negotiating, and managing various agreements including commercial agreements, master services agreements (and related scopes of work), and consulting agreements for commercial-stage life sciences companies. This role is flexible to both on site (Carlsbad or Boston office) and remote placement.

The successful candidate must be able to work independently to draft modifications to company template agreements and to work with legal counsel on unique agreements. The candidate will need to apply the right combination of technical skill, good judgment and common sense to resolve complex issues in an appropriate and practical manner. The candidate must demonstrate a successful record of applying a client-focused approach to work, must thrive working in a fast-paced team environment, and have a flexible attitude regarding work assignments and new learning opportunities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Draft and review various agreements including commercial agreements, master services agreements (and related scopes of work), and consulting agreements from templates for Ionis’ core business units
• Manage the negotiation and revision process to conclude agreements as efficiently as possible while meeting client needs and safeguarding Ionis’ interests
• Monitor and track continued compliance under executed agreements
• Build and foster relationships of trust with the legal team, internal stakeholders and external parties
• Answer internal questions about executed agreements
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• California Paralegal Certificate or an ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate Program
• 5+ years of experience supporting life sciences companies as a paralegal
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills and superb emotional intelligence in working with others
• Ability to be productive and self-motivated while juggling competing priorities in an evolving environment

Ionis offers an excellent benefits package! Follow this link for more details: Ionis Benefits

The pay scale for this position is $69,325 to $92,303

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. PRINCIPALS ONLY.

Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and all its subsidiaries are proud to be EEO employers.

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