In-House Legal Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Capricor Therapeutics (NASDAQ: CAPR) is a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing transformative cell and exosome-based therapies for rare diseases. At the forefront of our innovation is  Deramiocel ( CAP-1002), our lead cell therapy in late-stage development for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. We are also harnessing our proprietary StealthX™ exosome platform to unlock new possibilities in targeted delivery and vaccinology. Every program reflects our commitment to pushing the boundaries of science and delivering life-changing treatments to patients and families who need them most.

The In‑House Legal Counsel provides broad commercial and corporate legal support for Capricor’s growing operations, with a focus on contract negotiation, vendor management, commercialization readiness, and day‑to‑day legal advisory work across the business. Reporting to the General Counsel, EVP, this role partners closely with Commercial, Clinical, CMC, Quality, Regulatory, Operations, and Finance to ensure Capricor’s activities align with applicable legal, contractual, and industry standards. The ideal candidate is a motivated junior–mid level attorney with strong law‑firm training and experience supporting pharmaceutical or biotech clients, particularly in commercial contracting and product‑launch environments.

• responsibilities include but are not limited to

Commercial & Corporate Contracting

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements, including master service agreements (MSAs), CRO/vendor agreements, confidentiality agreements, supply and manufacturing agreements, consulting agreements, quality agreements, and technology-related contracts.
• Provide day-to-day contract management, including issue spotting, risk assessments, and coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Maintain and improve contract templates and contracting processes to support scalability and compliance.
• Support contract lifecycle management systems and ensure timely routing, review, and execution.

Commercialization & Pre-Launch Legal Support

• Provide legal guidance for commercialization planning including distribution, supply, marketing operations, and patient support programs.
• Review commercial and vendor-related materials to ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and applicable laws.

Vendor & Cross-Functional Support

• Provide legal support to ensure vendor obligations are contractually clear and aligned with operational needs.

Corporate, Operational, & Compliance Support

• Provide legal support for internal reviews, investigations, and compliance initiatives in collaboration with the General Counsel and Compliance teams.
• Support audit readiness and respond to legal document needs related to inspections or third-party assessments.

General Legal Advisory

• Monitor relevant legal developments in pharma/biotech, including commercial, contracting, privacy, and healthcare law trends, and communicate implications to stakeholders.
• Support special projects and new initiatives as Capricor scales toward commercial launch.

• J.D. from an accredited law school; active license to practice in California.
• 5+ years of experience working in both a law firm and in‑house, supporting pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology companies.
• Experience negotiating and reviewing contracts common to the life sciences sector (e.g., MSAs, CRO/vendor agreements, supply and manufacturing agreements, consulting agreements).
• Familiarity with commercialization activities in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, including pre-launch and launch-stage considerations.
• Ability to translate complex legal issues into practical, business-oriented guidance.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to operate in a dynamic, fast-moving, and lean environment while managing multiple priorities.

Why Capricor?

Capricor Therapeutics, a trailblazer in cell and exosome therapy, is dedicated to redefining standards of care with innovative treatments rooted in scientific excellence. Guided by integrity and a passion for patient-centered impact, our team is shaping a brighter future for healthcare. Join us and contribute to a mission-driven group that’s transforming lives with every breakthrough.

Come Work With Us!

At Capricor, you’ll thrive in a collaborative environment that nurtures your professional growth and innovation. Join a dedicated team fueled by a passion for advancing medical science and transforming patient lives through our cutting-edge therapies.

Please note that Capricor does not use Skype for interviews or recruiting activities. Candidates will only be contacted by an official Capricor email address which is @capricor.com. Additionally, Capricor will never ask potential employees to send a check or money to the Company for any reason.

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