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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.
Key Responsibilities
- 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
Required Experience & Qualifications
- 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
Preferred Skills & Attributes
- 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
- Experience supporting highly regulated industries; pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences
Contract Length: 1 year; could be potential to convert, but not established at this time
Hours per week: 20, there is potential to increase to 40 if the person can do more than IT contracts
Location: Candidates can work remotely but must be able to come onsite as needed for meetings
Pay rate – $70-$83/hour based on experience.
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