Summer Internship: Legal Department

Summer Intern - Legal Department Billerica, MA Quanterix is a global leader in ultra-sensitive biomarker detection, enabling breakthroughs in disease research, diagnostics, and drug development. Its proprietary Simoa technology delivers industry-leading sensitivity, allowing researchers to detect and quantify biomarkers in blood and other fluids at concentrations far below traditional limits. With more than 3,400 peer-reviewed publications, Quanterix has been a trusted partner to the scientific community for nearly two decades. In 2025, Quanterix acquired Akoya Biosciences, The Spatial Biology Company, adding multiplexed tissue imaging with single-cell resolution to its portfolio. Together, the combined company offers a uniquely integrated platform that connects biology across blood and tissue-advancing precision medicine from discovery to diagnostics. Role Summary The Legal Department Intern supports the Legal Department by assisting with the administration and maintenance of the contract lifecycle management (CLM) system. This role is responsible for uploading, organizing, and tracking contract records, reviewing documents for completeness and accurate data entry, and supporting document management processes. The position also provides administrative and operational assistance to attorneys and legal staff while ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive legal and business information. This role offers hands‑on experience with contract management systems and legal operations in a professional environment. What You’ll Do Learn and assist with the use of the Legal Department's contract lifecycle management (CLM) software system Upload, organize, and maintain contract records and related data within the CLM platform Review contracts and supporting documents for completeness and accurate data entry Assist with document management, filing, and contract tracking processes Support attorneys and legal staff with administrative and operational projects as needed Maintain confidentiality of legal and business information Basic Qualifications Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate, graduate, or Juris Doctor (J.D.) program, with an expected graduation date after completion of the internship. Pursuing a degree in Law, Legal Studies, Business, Life Sciences, Public Policy, or a related field. Preferred Qualifications Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information. Authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements. Available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for the duration of the summer internship program. Prior internship, research, or work experience in a legal, compliance, regulatory, healthcare, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology environment. Familiarity with intellectual property, commercial contracting, privacy, regulatory compliance, or life sciences legal issues. Experience reviewing, drafting, or analyzing legal documents. Expectations, Competencies, Skills & Abilities Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to ask thoughtful questions, clarify requirements, and communicate professionally with internal stakeholders. Applies a process-oriented mindset to follow established legal operations procedures, maintain accurate records, and support consistent contract lifecycle workflows. Shows initiative and a willingness to learn new systems, terminology, and departmental practices in a fast‑paced, team-oriented environment. Exercises discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive documents and escalates questions or issues appropriately. Builds effective working relationships across functions and contributes to team goals through reliability, responsiveness, and accountability. Why You’ll Like Working With Us From discovery to diagnostics, Quanterix’s ultrasensitive biomarker detection is fueling breakthroughs only made possible through its unparalleled sensitivity and flexibility. Simoa technology has delivered the gold standard for earlier biomarker detection in blood, serum or plasma, with the ability to quantify proteins that are far lower than the Level of Quantification (LoQ). Our industry‑leading precision instruments, digital immunoassay technology and CLIA‑certified Accelerator laboratory have supported research that advances disease understanding and management in neurology, oncology, immunology, cardiology, and infectious disease. Akoya Biosciences, a Quanterix company, is The Spatial Biology Company–bringing tissue context to life through high-resolution, single-cell imaging. Akoya's spatial phenotyping platforms help researchers visualize and measure how cells organize and interact within tissue to influence disease progression and therapeutic response. From discovery through clinical research, Akoya offers a full continuum of solutions, including PhenoCycler, PhenoImager Fusion and HT, and PhenoCode Panels. As part of Quanterix, Akoya complements a leading portfolio of ultra-sensitive biomarker detection technologies, together enabling a more complete view of biology and disease across both tissue and blood. Our Commitment to Employees At Quanterix, our values are based on: Team , Innovation , Customer and Owner . Team: Challenge assumptions, not the person. Respect diversity of thought and hold ourselves to lofty standards. Innovation: Stay curious, experiment, create and change. Customer: Prioritize and celebrate these pioneers by doing our best to deliver on commitments. Owner: Act with high integrity and in the best interest of Quanterix. Take measured risks and learn from their success and failures. We reward and recognize our employees by offering competitive compensation and a 401k plan with employer match, as well as competitive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. We also offer an unlimited vacation policy to all exempt employees, and a generous PTO policy for non-exempt employees. All employees are eligible for equity, employee stock purchase plan, a performance bonus, and 1:1 financial counseling/planning. We also offer Tuition Assistance. We have a free, state-of-the-art onsite fitness center for all employees. To keep you fueled up, we provide onsite employees free snacks and drinks every day! Diverse & Inclusive Workplace Quanterix is committed to a Diverse and Inclusive workplace. We strive to recruit candidates who will bring inclusive mindsets and contribute to our values. Quanterix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Quanterix will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Quanterix