Details of the Organization
Wadhwani AI is a non-profit organization dedicated to leveraging applied AI solutions for addressing critical challenges in public health, agriculture, education, and urban development within underserved communities globally. They collaborate with various stakeholders, including governments, social sector organizations, and academic institutions, to develop practical AI solutions aimed at making a significant positive impact. With support from leading philanthropies like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, USAID, and Google.org, they have over 30 AI projects underway. Their team of over 200 professionals specializes in AI/ML research and innovation, software engineering, domain expertise, and user research.
Details of the Job/Internship
Wadhwani AI is seeking a Legal Officer to join their team in Delhi. This role involves providing legal expertise and support across various aspects of the organization's operations, including contract management, compliance, intellectual property rights, and regulatory matters.
Role and Responsibilities
- Draft agreements including NDAs, grant/subgrant agreements, software/IP Licensing agreements, research/clinical trial agreements, purchase/work agreements, etc
- Will review and negotiate agreements with vendors and other third parties
- Represent the legal department both externally with vendors and internally with other lines of the business
- Support risk management and litigation initiatives as requested
- Management of the company's electronic contract database and management system
Eligibility
- Must have 5-10 years of experience drafting and negotiating commercial especially IP-related agreements.
- Should have LLB degree
- Procurement-related degree/diploma strongly preferred
- Experience in research/pharmaceutical industry would be desirable
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be able to maintain discretion and confidentiality
Salary/Stipend
The salary will be discussed with the candidate itself.
Type of Opportunity
Fulltime
Country
India
State
Delhi
City
New Delhi
Address
New Delhi, India