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Corporate Attorney, IP, Transactions and M&A

OverviewRepligen, a leading public bio-processing company, is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented In-House Counsel with experience in intellectual property transactions, patent strategy, M&A, and commercial contracts. This role is ideal for an attorney with 2+ years of relevant experience, particularly in the life sciences sector. The successful candidate will support a broad range of legal functions including strategic IP portfolio management, IP due diligence, licensing, and support for corporate development initiatives.Responsibilities• Strategic Patent Portfolio Management:o Oversee and execute the strategic management of the company’s patent portfolio, including coordination with R&D and external counsel.o Prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications, ensuring alignment with the company's innovation and business goals.o Conduct freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses, landscape searches, and patentability assessments to inform R&D and commercialization strategies.o Perform IP due diligence in support of licensing deals, collaborations, and M&A transactions.• Intellectual Property & Licensing:o Draft, review, and negotiate licensing agreements, research collaborations, MTAs, and NDAs involving proprietary technologies.o Advise internal teams on IP-related risks and opportunities across transactions and business initiatives.• Mergers & Acquisitions and Corporate Transactions:o Support M&A and strategic transaction activities, including due diligence, contract negotiation, and post-closing integration.o Review and advise on deal structures with regard to IP ownership, licensing, and regulatory compliance.• Commercial Contracts:o Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, and other strategic agreements.o Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and company policies.• General Legal Support:o Partner with cross-functional teams to provide day-to-day legal advice, particularly as it pertains to IP, R&D, and business development.o Monitor legal and regulatory developments in IP law relevant to biotechnology and life sciences.Qualifications• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and active license to practice in at least one U.S. state.• Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).• 2+ years of relevant experience in patent prosecution, IP strategy, and transactional IP—either in-house or at a law firm.• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in the life sciences (e.g., biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field).• Experience managing patent portfolios for biotech or life science companies strongly preferred.• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.• Familiarity with public company legal requirements and corporate governance a plus.

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