Repligen Corporation - Corporate Attorney IP Transactions and Mergers

Company Information

Repligen Corporation
Remote
Waltham, MA

Contact Information

George Scott , College of Arts & Sciences, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, 2002
gescott@repligen.com

Job Details

Job title: Corporate Attorney IP Transactions and Mergers

Date posted: April 23, 2025
Posting expires: June 30, 2025

Overview
Repligen, a leading public bio-processing company, is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented In-House Counsel with experience in intellectual property transactions, patent strategy, M&A, and commercial contracts. This role is ideal for an attorney with 2+ years of relevant experience, particularly in the life sciences sector. The successful candidate will support a broad range of legal functions including strategic IP portfolio management, IP due diligence, licensing, and support for corporate development initiatives.

Responsibilities
• Strategic Patent Portfolio Management:
o Oversee and execute the strategic management of the company’s patent portfolio, including coordination with R&D and external counsel.
o Prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications, ensuring alignment with the company's innovation and business goals.
o Conduct freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses, landscape searches, and patentability assessments to inform R&D and commercialization strategies.
o Perform IP due diligence in support of licensing deals, collaborations, and M&A transactions.



• Intellectual Property & Licensing:
o Draft, review, and negotiate licensing agreements, research collaborations, MTAs, and NDAs involving proprietary technologies.
o Advise internal teams on IP-related risks and opportunities across transactions and business initiatives.



• Mergers & Acquisitions and Corporate Transactions:
o Support M&A and strategic transaction activities, including due diligence, contract negotiation, and post-closing integration.
o Review and advise on deal structures with regard to IP ownership, licensing, and regulatory compliance.



• Commercial Contracts:
o Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, and other strategic agreements.
o Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and company policies.



• General Legal Support:
o Partner with cross-functional teams to provide day-to-day legal advice, particularly as it pertains to IP, R&D, and business development.
o Monitor legal and regulatory developments in IP law relevant to biotechnology and life sciences.

Qualifications
• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and active license to practice in at least one U.S. state.
• Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• 2+ years of relevant experience in patent prosecution, IP strategy, and transactional IP—either in-house or at a law firm.
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in the life sciences (e.g., biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field).
• Experience managing patent portfolios for biotech or life science companies strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with public company legal requirements and corporate governance a plus.

Application link: https://careers-repligen.icims.com/jobs/4874/corporate-attorney%2c-ip%2c-transactions-and-m%26a/job

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