Legal Counsel

April 21

Kura Oncology, Inc.

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Our mission is to realize the promise of precision medicines to help patients with cancer lead better, longer lives.

Oncology • Precision Medicine • Targeted Therapeutics • Biomarkers • Solid Tumors

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💰 $125M Post-IPO Debt on 2022-11

Description

• Kura Oncology is in search of an experienced life sciences attorney to serve as the Company’s Legal Counsel • This role will primarily support the Company’s Research & Development (R&D) and General & Administrative (G&A) functions with contracts and legal guidance • The successful candidate will have the ability to work independently with minimal instruction under the supervision of the Company’s Associate General Counsel & Data Protection Officer, to deliver high-quality work product and offer sound legal advice in a fast-paced environment and to appropriately balance risk mitigation with the business needs of the Company

Requirements

• Law degree and admission to at least one State Bar (required). Minimum 7 years of relevant work experience at a pharmaceutical/biotechnology company and/or at a large law firm, with extensive experience negotiating clinical trial agreements and other contracts. • Thorough knowledge of pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry, related agreements and applicable laws, regulations and guidelines, including FDA laws and regulations and ICH GCP. • Exceptional contract review, drafting and negotiation skills. • Finesse for clearly and effectively distilling and communicating legal issues and analysis to business partners. • Capacity to manage a significant number of projects simultaneously and to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. • Strong attention to detail and process. • Proven ability to work successfully both independently and as part of a highly collaborative team. • Ability to analyze and interpret legal issues and develop and implement appropriately responsive strategies and solutions.

Benefits

• Career advancement/ development opportunities • Competitive comp package • Bonus • 401K + Employer contributions • Generous stock options • ESPP Plan • 20 days of PTO to start • 18 Holidays (Including Summer & Winter Break) • Generous Benefits Package with a variety of plans available with a substantial employer match • Paid Paternity/Maternity Leave • In-Office Catered lunches • Home Office Setup • Lifestyle Spending Stipend • Commuter Stipend (Boston Office) • Regular employee social activities, including happy hours, monthly birthday celebrations, Kura Koffee Talks, and much more!