At Cepheid, we are driven by a deep commitment to enhancing healthcare through swift and precise diagnostic testing. Our mission compels us to create scalable, innovative solutions that tackle some of the world’s most intricate health challenges. Our dedicated teams engage in every facet of molecular diagnostics—from the initial concept to the impactful delivery of testing advancements that elevate patient outcomes across various environments. Joining Cepheid’s Legal and Compliance team means you can make a tangible, meaningful impact on a global scale while thriving in an environment that promotes career advancement and personal growth.

We take pride in collaborating with a network of six other Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we are accelerating the pace of innovation in diagnostic tools that respond to the world’s most pressing health issues, driven by the knowledge that behind every test lies a patient in need.

In your role as Counsel, Complex Transactions, you will collaborate with various teams—spanning clinical, medical affairs, marketing, finance, business development, and sales—to negotiate, draft, and review a wide array of agreements. This position resides within the Cepheid Legal Department and is designed as a remote opportunity, ensuring flexibility and work-life balance.

As part of your responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to:

• Collaborate with product and commercial teams to address complex legal issues related to software and hardware development, working closely with business and subject-matter experts to identify compliant paths forward.
• Draft and negotiate an extensive range of intricate legal agreements—including data sharing, collaboration, AI agreements, and vendor/customer contracts—to drive groundbreaking initiatives with research partners and enterprise clients.
• Provide insightful legal guidance to technology, product, and commercial teams as they develop and launch innovative data and digital solutions.
• Enhance and create contractual templates, policies, and procedures relevant to advanced technology and digital product offerings.
• Stay informed on applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards, particularly those impacting AI, healthcare, and medical devices, disseminating this knowledge within Cepheid Legal and Compliance.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A JD from an accredited U.S. law school along with active bar admission in good standing.
• A minimum of 3 years of pertinent experience within a law firm or an in-house legal environment.
• A bachelor’s degree with at least 6 years of related professional experience, or a master’s degree in a relevant field alongside 3 years of related experience.

Bonus qualifications include:

• Experience working on transactions or litigation in the medical diagnostics or healthcare sectors.
• Proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating diverse agreements, particularly those related to data sharing, collaboration, AI, and vendor/customer dealings.
• Familiarity with advanced technologies or software product development, particularly involving digital products and AI/ML innovations.

At Cepheid, we value a diverse, sustainable workforce and recognize the benefits of flexible work arrangements. We offer positions eligible for remote work, allowing you to balance personal and professional life effectively. Details regarding remote working specifics will be shared during the interview process. Experience the flexibility and excitement that a career at Cepheid offers.

The salary range for this role is set between $114,700 and $170,000. This reflects our good faith estimate of compensation for this position at the time of posting and may be adjusted in the future. Additionally, this role is eligible for bonus and incentive compensation.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan for eligible employees.

Please note that eligibility for compensation components, bonuses, or other benefits is contingent upon employment requirements and may be subject to modification at the company’s discretion.

In compliance with our health and safety policies, applicants are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including relevant boosters, as a condition of employment, subject to reasonable accommodation and applicable law.

Join us today as we work together to expedite the real-world impact of tomorrow’s scientific innovations. Partnering with customers worldwide, we create solutions that empower scientific advancement.

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Danaher Corporation and all its subsidiaries are dedicated to fostering equal opportunity in every aspect of employment, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and the unique perspectives it brings to our workforce and the communities we serve.

Accessibility accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities throughout the application or interview process. Please reach out to us to request assistance.

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