Juris Doctor degree and bar admission in good standing
8-10+ years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal position, with a minimum of 5 years drafting and negotiating commercial contracts in healthcare, life science or similar industry
Strong background in commercial law, contract law, and healthcare regulations
Experience in the diagnostics and/or laboratory industry is a plus
Requirements:
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and commercial agreements, including master service agreements, collaboration agreements, research collaborations, vendor and supply agreements, and laboratory service agreements
Partner with the company’s business development, biopharmaceutical, and commercial teams on the negotiation and execution of high-value and complex matters or transactions
Review and advise on marketing and promotional materials relating to the company’s molecular diagnostic tests; ensure compliance with relevant healthcare regulations
Lead and/or manage all legal and compliance matters in the commercial organization, including training programs and regulatory initiatives, and collaborate with internal and external counsel as needed
Job description
Job Description
Overview
The Assistant General Counsel, Commercial, will provide legal support and advice to the company’s commercial operations, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements. This role will partner closely with business teams to enable the company’s strategic growth initiatives, ensure compliance with applicable laws, and mitigate risk.
Responsibility
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and commercial agreements, including master service agreements, collaboration agreements, research collaborations, vendor and supply agreements, and laboratory service agreements.
Partner with the company’s business development, biopharmaceutical and commercial teams on the negotiation and execution of high-value and complex matters or transactions.
Review and advise on marketing and promotional materials relating to the company’s molecular diagnostic tests.
Ensure that the company’s commercial activities comply with relevant laws and regulations, including those related to healthcare (e.g., anti-kickback, false claims, HIPAA), data use, and data privacy.
Lead and/or manage all legal and compliance matters as they arise in the commercial organization, working closely with internal and external counsel when necessary.
Collaborate with business units to identify and mitigate legal risks associated with day-to-day operations, including potential litigation or regulatory actions.
Develop and provide training programs to commercial teams on substantive legal and compliance topics.
Participate in cross-functional teams and projects to provide legal insights and support.
Assist in overseeing regulatory compliance initiatives.
Work closely with the contract administration team and advise on the administration of the contract management process.
Monitor important developments in applicable law in jurisdictions across the country.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor degree and bar admission in good standing required.
8-10+ years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal position, with a minimum of 5 years in a role drafting and negotiating commercial contracts in healthcare, life science or similar industry.
Strong background in commercial law, contract law, and healthcare regulations Experience in the diagnostics and/or laboratory industry is a plus.
The ability to analyze complex legal issues, identify potential solutions, and provide practical guidance to the business.
Resourceful self-starter with excellent drafting and negotiation skills, problem-solving capabilities, judgment, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
Effective communicator with the ability to discern and explain complex concepts to non-lawyers and business partners.
Proven ability to evaluate risk, considering business and practical considerations, and to make clear recommendations.
Strategic thinker with attention to detail.
Strong time management and organizational skills; ability to multitask, prioritize and manage own workload and work well under pressure.
Understanding and adherence to legal ethics and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Physical Requirements
Lifting Requirements – sedentary work or exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Physical Requirements – stationary positioning, moving, communicating, and observing. Use of equipment and tools that are necessary to perform essential functions of the job.
EEO
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. In hiring and all other employment decisions, we prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
About Us
Myriad Genetics is a leading molecular diagnostic testing and precision medicine company dedicated to advancing health and well-being for all. Myriad Genetics develops and offers molecular tests that help assess the risk of developing disease or disease progression and guide treatment decisions across medical specialties where molecular insights can significantly improve patient care and lower healthcare costs. For more information, visit www.myriad.com.
