Attorney, US Medical

For over 90 years, Topcon’s vision has been to solve societal challenges around the globe. In healthcare, we are developing innovations that improve patients’ health and quality of life. 

We empower eye care providers with advanced imaging, diagnostic solutions, and intelligent data technology. Our robotic devices deliver simplicity without compromise, by capturing clear images with the push of a button. 

By joining Topcon Healthcare, you become part of a growing, diverse, global team. With office locations throughout North America, whether you are on-site, remote, or hybrid, our culture empowers you to contribute to company and personal success each day. At Topcon Healthcare, you can grow your career, gain new perspectives, and help address society’s most pressing challenges.  If you have drive, passion, and a desire to be part of a collaborative team, we want to hear from you.

At Topcon Healthcare, we don’t wait for the future. We invent it. Join us.

Topcon is seeking an attorney to join a small and efficient legal group helping the Eye Care Business in the United States and to a lesser extent, world-wide.  It is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing technology business that serves important societal needs.  Due to the diverse nature of Topcon’s businesses and world-wide footprint, members of the legal group experience a wide variety of interesting matters and frequent opportunities to learn and expand his or her skill set.

The position may be remote, but travel to San Diego, California and Oakland, New Jersey may be required from time-to time.  This job will report to the Deputy General Counsel.

What you’ll do:

• Review, draft, and negotiate wide variety of commercial contracts, including manufacturing, supply, distribution, master service, software and data licensing, sponsored research, clinical trials, NDAs, etc.
• Review and monitor promotional materials, activities, and business strategies
• Implement and oversee Topcon’s healthcare compliance requirements in the US, including training and auditing business units on FDA regulations, Anti-Kickback statute, False Claims Act, and HIPAA and other privacy laws
• Draft SOPs regarding risk mitigation, confidentiality, export control, and other business practices
• Advise internal stakeholders across multiple business areas, including sales, marketing, research, regulatory, quality assurance, medical affairs, customer service, IT, and finance
• Assist as needed with respect to intellectual property matters
• Manage and advise on all aspects of litigation disputes and pre-litigation disputes
• Supervise and partner with outside counsel to drive favorable outcomes in the above areas as needed
• Sometimes travel to various business locations

Who we are looking for – someone with:

• 3-5 years of relevant legal experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and supporting transactions, particularly in the healthcare or medical device sectors
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with a wide variety of colleagues as well as external parties on a broad range of matters
• The ability to manage and work with outside counsel and appropriately assess when consultation with outside counsel is appropriate
• Entrepreneurial, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has the ability to work well independently and on a team and can manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent judgment – ability to assess risks and benefits and determine best path to achieving the company’s goals
• JD and state Bar admission in good standing

Base Pay:

Expected Base Pay Range: $130,000 to $150,000 Annualized

The base pay range included is a projected hiring range for a position, level and potential work location(s) listed.  Topcon provides the compensation range that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule.   

Bonus eligible:

 In addition to base pay, compensation for this position includes eligibility for a 5% annual bonus.

Benefits*:

Topcon offers a comprehensive benefit package for this position including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, tax saving spending accounts a 401(k) plan with employer match, tuition reimbursement in addition to other perks and benefits.  We also offer time off for our employees to recharge.  Our employees are eligible for paid company holidays, paid personal time off, and paid sick time that meets or exceeds state/local requirements. 

Topcon reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation; individual candidate compensation may be determined based on individual skills, experience, training, certifications, education, final work location and other factors not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law. Changes in the position level, location or other factors associated with the role may change the final determined compensation.  The recruiter can provide additional information during the hiring process.

*Topcon time off policies can vary between roles which are exempt or non-exempt.  For hourly (“non-exempt”) employees, we offer personal paid time off which accrues in accordance with local standards.  For salaried (“exempt”) employees, we offer a flexible paid time off policy giving you flexibility to take time when needed, while supporting business needs.  All paid time off policies are in accordance with or exceeding local law.  Employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible for our Health and Welfare benefit package.

EEO Statement:

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.