Lawyer, Ip, Research And Commercial Law

The University of Sydney

Camperdown, NSW, Australia
Base: $156,277 py; bonus/equity: not specified; be...
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Intellectual property law experience
Research and commercial law practice
Drafting and negotiating research agreements
The University of Sydney is seeking an experienced Lawyer specializing in Intellectual Property, Research, and Commercial Law to join their Office of General Counsel. This full-time position involves providing legal advice to support the University’s research and commercialization efforts and requires a minimum of six years of post-admission legal experience

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing clear, practical, and timely legal advice to support the University's research and commercialisation activities.
  • Candidates will manage a diverse range of matters including the review, drafting, and negotiation of research collaboration and clinical trial agreements.
  • The position requires an understanding of the legal framework for research and major Australian public funding schemes.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Sydney is seeking an experienced Lawyer specializing in Intellectual Property, Research, and Commercial Law to join their Office of General Counsel. This full-time position involves providing legal advice to support the University’s research and commercialization efforts and requires a minimum of six years of post-admission legal experience.

Salary

Base: $156,277 p.a.; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% superannuation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Intellectual Property law experience
  • Research and commercial law practice
  • Drafting and negotiating research agreements
  • Australian legal admission and practicing certificate
  • 6+ years post-admission legal experience

Nice-to-have

  • Clinical trials experience or knowledge
  • Understanding of Australian public funding schemes
  • Agile approach to challenging status quo
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Experience managing external legal services

Key Requirements

  • Admission to practice in Australia with current certificate
  • Minimum 6+ years post-admission legal experience
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia (no sponsorship)

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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