I.P. - Technology Transactions (Life Sciences) Associate
About the role
Fenwick & West handles complex, innovative technology transactions for some of the most prominent life sciences and technology companies in the United States and abroad. Our technology transactions group also works closely with our corporate group, which is consistently ranked as one of the top Startup & Venture Capital, IPO and M&A practices in the United States, as well as our leading life sciences patent prosecution practice.
Job Description:
We are currently seeking associates with two (2) to four (4) years of licensing / collaboration and commercial partnering transactions experience for our growing life sciences technology transactions practice. The ideal candidate will have substantial law firm experience representing biotechs and big pharmas as they license patents and collaborate to advance novel therapeutics, vaccines, diagnostic and digital health technologies through clinical trials and toward regulatory (FDA) approval.
Experience working with AI-native or AI-driven biotechnology companies—particularly those integrating artificial intelligence or machine learning into drug discovery, diagnostics, or life sciences R&D—is a plus.
This is an ideal position for candidates seeking to work closely with founders developing cutting edge technologies and negotiate complex standalone commercial transactions that transform both the technologies and participants. The position also suits those desiring both life sciences and broader tech exposure. Superior academic credentials, excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills required.
We require that the candidate must be barred in the state of the office they are submitting their application for or are eligible to sit/waive into the next bar exam.