MP
$335,000 – $385,000
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What this role is
Anthropic seeks a lawyer to provide embedded legal guidance to its life sciences research teams as they develop AI tools for biomedical discovery. The role combines transaction work with regulatory expertise, requiring deep knowledge of drug development, biopharma partnerships, and how life sciences companies operate alongside emerging AI deployment challenges.
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What they ask for
Required
- JD and active U.S. state bar membership (California or New York preferred)
- Fluency in life sciences industry structure and drug development
- Working knowledge of GxP, clinical data regulations, human-subjects research, and FDA processes
- Deep experience negotiating and drafting IP allocation in multi-party research arrangements
- Ability to translate legal risk into practical guidance for scientists and business partners
- Experience managing outside counsel across specialties
- Collaborative problem-solving approach
- Commitment to responsible AI development
Nice to have
- 10+ years of relevant legal experience including substantial life sciences transactional work
- Experience with AI/ML companies in regulated scientific and clinical settings, particularly drug discovery
- Familiarity with biosecurity, dual-use research, or export control in life sciences
- Experience using AI to optimize legal work
- Scientific or technical training