E=DRUG: MPP is hiring an Associate Counsel. Deadline for applying: 18 Feb
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Dear colleagues,
The Medicines Patent Pool is hiring an Associate Counsel to join its team in Geneva.
You will find more information on our website: https://medicinespatentpool.org/who-we-are/career-request-for-proposals/associate-counsel
and below.
Please share widely among your networks.
Best regards
Sophie
Call for applications - Associate Counsel
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Working time: 100%
Contract: permanent
The Associate Counsel works under the supervision of the General Counsel as part of a small, dynamic legal team to provide sound legal stewardship and strategic advice in all facets of the organisation's affairs.
Main Duties/Responsibilities
* Develop legal analysis for negotiations, participate in negotiations and drafting of licensing and technology transfer agreements under the supervision of the General Counsel.
* Conduct legal research on intellectual property and licensing issues of importance to the organisation.
* Liaise with the MPP's Expert Advisory Group (EAG) and Scientific Advisory Panel (SAP), develop evaluation frameworks, draft reports, organise meetings under the supervision of the General Counsel.
* Liaise with the MPP's Compliance Officer and the Ethics and Compliance Subcommittee of the MPP Board to ensure compliance with MPP internal policies.
* Liaise with local Swiss counsel and external counsel in India for the day-to-day management of MPP and its Liaison Office.
* Provide legal advice to the Operations Manager and, HR Manager on legal aspects of programme management.
* Review and drafting of other general contracts and documents.
* Perform other duties as assigned by the General Counsel.
Knowledge/Qualifications
* Strong knowledge of intellectual property licensing.
* Strong knowledge of patent law within the international framework.
* Demonstrated excellence in legal research, analysis and writing skills.
* Experience in negotiating and drafting legal documents.
* Strong knowledge of issues related to intellectual property and access to medicines in developing countries.
* Experience with the pharmaceutical industry an asset.
* Excellent attention to detail.
Education and special training
* Postgraduate degree in law.
* Active membership in an accredited bar association as a strong asset.
* Degree in public health or other relevant area a plus.
Experience (length and nature)
* 5 to 10 years of experience practicing law.
Use of Languages
* Native-level fluency in English is required.
* Oral and written proficiency in a second UN language is a plus.
Personal Qualities
MPP's richness lies in its staff: a small dynamic and multicultural team!
To flourish in our team, you must recognise yourself in our values: Respect, Courage, Teamwork and Commitment. Moreover, the Associate Counsel will need to demonstrate:
* Organisation skills, autonomy and ability to work within short timelines.
* Ability to work analytically, creatively and proactively in a problem-solving environment.
* Collaborative and supportive approach to teamwork.
* Sensitivity to different cultures and work styles.
* Demonstrable personal commitment to the public health goals of the MPP.
MPP respects all individuals regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, HIV status or disability. All qualified applications are welcome.
If you recognise yourself in this description, please send a cover letter and C.V. to recruitment@medicinespatentpool.org
including 'Associate Counsel' in the subject line
by 18 February 2022.
Sophie Thievenaz
Communications Manager
Medicines Patent Pool
Geneva, Switzerland
Sophie Thievenaz <sthievenaz@medicinespatentpool.org>