Legal Counsel – Scientific Research

Legal Counsel – Scientific Research
Montreal

Make a difference where law supports innovation and health care!

Our client, a parapublic organization with a meaningful and lasting societal impact and a unique mission, is seeking an experienced lawyer who wishes to leverage their legal expertise and leadership in support of a purpose-driven institution. You will work in a cutting-edge research environment where scientific advances directly contribute to improving the health and well-being of the community.

Within a highly dynamic setting that brings together researchers, research professionals, students, and managers, you will play a strategic role in providing legal guidance for research activities, developing partnerships, and managing institutional risks.

This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career and take on a highly stimulating challenge!

YOUR ROLE:

You will serve as legal counsel for research and innovation matters. You will actively contribute to the contractual management of research projects and support stakeholders in implementing local, national, and international collaborations.

More specifically, your responsibilities will include, among others:

• Drafting, reviewing, analyzing, and negotiating a variety of agreements related to research activities;
• Providing legal advice and opinions regarding research project oversight, governance, and integrated risk management;
• Advising researchers, clinician-researchers, and managers on legal and regulatory issues affecting their activities;
• Structuring and negotiating agreements with funding agencies, academic partners, public organizations, and industry partners;
• Supporting initiatives related to intellectual property, data transfer, material transfer, confidentiality, and privacy protection;
• Monitoring legislative and regulatory developments and contributing to the development or revision of institutional policies, procedures, and standards;
• Developing and delivering training sessions and legal knowledge-sharing tools for research teams;
• Participating in the continuous improvement of processes and the development of best practices in contract management.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B. or equivalent);
• Member in good standing of the Québec Bar;
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Common Law degree, considered an asset;
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in contract drafting and negotiation;
• Knowledge of the research and/or health care sector, a significant asset;
• Knowledge of intellectual property and copyright law, an asset;
• College or university education in a life sciences-related field, an asset;
• Bilingualism in French and English;
• Excellent time and stress management skills, with the ability to manage multiple files simultaneously and effectively prioritize work;
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to explain complex legal concepts in clear, accessible language.

INTERESTED IN THIS CHALLENGE? We look forward to meeting you!

Please send us your application in complete confidentiality at: droit@groupemontpetit.com, specifying the reference number: 26-0262P.

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity in more detail before sending your resume, our team will be pleased to provide you with further information.

Catherine De Guire
Me Freddy Bui
Josée Lapierre
Me Jacinthe Landry
514.395.1115

We thank all candidates for their interest in this position. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We recognize the value of diversity and subscribe to the principles of equality in employment.

Professional coaching services are available at extra cost.

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