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Thermo Fisher Scientific

Associate Corporate Counsel

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  • Full Time
  • Remote
  • Waltham, MA
July 9, 2025 Attorney Business Law

Job Description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

The Associate Corporate Counsel role at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. presents a remarkable opportunity to work within the Genetic Science & Clinical Sequencing Divisions (“GSD&CSD”). As an outstanding member of our Life Sciences Solutions Legal team, you will contribute to ambitious projects and collaborate with world-class professionals.

What will you do?

  • Serve as the central point of contact for GSD&CSD business units leadership team, guiding them on legal, operational, and business issues.
  • Draft, negotiate, and manage the execution of a variety of commercial contracts, including OEM and supply contracts, technology licenses, and joint development agreements, ensuring flawless legal transactions.
  • Analyze legal rights, risks, obligations, and strategies to help the Company achieve its commercial goals.
  • Develop and update contractual documents, continuously improving processes to ensure efficient support.
  • Respond to inquiries and advise GSD&CSD employees on relevant laws and internal policies.
  • Deliver legal training programs to internal clients on business and contractual matters.
  • Support litigation, intellectual property, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory, and employment matters impacting GSD&CSD businesses.

How will you get here?

  • J.D. degree (US) or equivalent, admission to a state bar, and significant experience in life sciences or patent law preferred.
  • Minimum of 8 years relevant legal experience, preferably in-house, representing life sciences or regulated-sector companies.
  • Strong legal competence, business savvy, and influencing skills to drive strategy to action.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal instruction on new projects or assignments.
  • Proficient in spoken and written English with strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Competence in solving complex problems and paying attention to details in contracts and regulations.
  • Travel is estimated at 10-15% (as business conditions permit).

Join us and be part of an outstanding team that is determined to make a significant impact on global health and innovation!



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