Associate General Counsel Job at Brown University

Associate General Counsel

Brown University

Location:
United States

Category:
Legal

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Job Description:

The Associate General Counsel provides legal and risk management advice and counsel on issues relevant to higher education. The position involves a challenging and wide ranging practice, including but not limited to, providing advice and counsel to and on the University’s research enterprise, managing and advising on matters related to intellectual property, supporting The Warren Alpert Medical School and the School of Public Health, counseling on governance issues related to University subsidiaries, institutes, and centers, and supporting initiatives and activities related to these primary roles. The position requires deep knowledge of federal regulations and the ability to respond to requests and subpoenas from federal grant-making agencies. The position oversees and interacts with the university’s outside counsel.

Job Responsibility:

Serve as primary counsel for the University’s research enterprise
Advise on and support all aspects of Brown’s relationships with its affiliated health systems (Care New England and Brown University Health), as well as related hospitals and physician organizations, including trademark and clinical rotation agreements
Serve as primary University counsel for the Brown Innovation and Research Collaborative for Health (BIRCH)
Serve as lead in-house counsel on matters regarding intellectual property at or involving the University, including patents, copyrights, and trademarks
Advise on other regulatory matters as assigned, including telecommunications matters and NAGPRA

Requirements:

B.A./B.S. from college or university
J.D. from an ABA accredited law school
A minimum of 10 years’ work experience practicing law and substantial expertise in multiple practice areas relevant to higher education and funded research, in a well-known, reputable law firm or in-house counsel legal department
Member in good standing and license to practice law from a state bar
must be admitted to the Rhode Island bar or obtain admission within 1 year of hire
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Demonstrates discretion, flexibility, collaboration, and the ability to manage projects with competing interests
Demonstrates high ethical standards, mature judgment, and sound discretion
Experience with federal and state regulatory bodies on the interpretation and application of statutes, regulations and administrative codes
Demonstrates understanding of unique and complex decision-making dynamics associated with working in a private elite university
Possesses advanced knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations
Excellent judgment and ability to balance legal risks with business and policy strategy
Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed to interact professionally with university personnel and third parties
Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to resolve difficult and complex issues
Strong ability to multi-task
Has or develops understanding of the unique and complex-decision making dynamics working for a private elite university
Please include a cover letter when submitting the application materials attachments
Background check satisfactory to Brown University

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 26, 2026

Expiration:
February 16, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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