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We are seeking a mid-level IT / Technology Attorney with 7-10+ years of experience to support the IT function and technology contracting across a broad range of technology, data, and digital matters. The ideal candidate will have strong experience advising on IT/technology contracts, software licensing, data right, cybersecurity, and AI related issues. This role partners closely with IT, cybersecurity, procurement, R&D, and business teams to enable technology-driven initiatives while effectively managing legal and regulatory risk in a highly regulated industry.
Job Responsibility:
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of technology-related agreements, including SaaS, cloud services, software licensing, IT services, data processing, outsourcing and AI-enabled solutions
advise internal stakeholders during the procurement process on IP ownership, licensing, data use rights, data privacy, cross-border transfers, cybersecurity, digital transformation initiatives, artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies, including AI procurement, model development, training data use, model outputs, and AI deployment risks
support vendor management and procurement efforts related to IT and digital services
partner with compliance, privacy, and security teams on vendor incident response, audits, and risk assessments
stay current on evolving laws and regulations impacting technology, AI, and data in regulated industries, including pharmaceuticals and life sciences
support broader commercial and corporate legal matters as needed
Requirements:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
7-10+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably a mix of law firm and in-house roles
strong background in IP, licensing, data use rights, IT, technology, and software contracting including AI-enabled products and services
working knowledge of data privacy, cybersecurity, and data governance frameworks
experience supporting highly regulated industries
pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences experience strongly preferred
strong negotiation and drafting abilities with attention to detail
ability to manage multiple matters independently and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
strong business judgment with the ability to translate legal risk into practical guidance
excellent negotiation and communication skills
Nice to have:
Familiarity with GxP environments, clinical systems, or regulated IT platforms
experience with global technology agreements and cross-border data issues
comfort working directly with IT, security, and other technical teams
collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset with a high degree of professionalism