COMPANY

At BioCryst, we are passionate about advancing novel therapeutics for patients with rare and serious diseases. Our structure-guided drug design process leads us to the discovery and development of novel small-molecule drugs. We integrate traditional biology and medicinal chemistry along with a wide array of advanced technologies to understand the three-dimensional structures of active sites of target enzymes. Our scientists then design molecular structures to create bespoke drugs for patients. We focus on therapeutic areas with either no available treatments or large unmet patient needs. BioCryst’s US headquarters are located in Durham, North Carolina, our European headquarters in Dublin, Ireland and our Discovery Center of Excellence in Birmingham, Alabama. We are proud of our culture of engagement and accountability that rewards people for innovative thinking and achievement of key objectives. For more information, please visit the Company’s website at www.biocryst.com.

JOB SUMMARY

The legal department intern will work closely with legal team members to complete various projects that include legal research, drafting memorandums, and completing legal projects. Additionally, the intern may support other business partners within the BioCryst organization on behalf of the Legal Department. By the end of the intern’s session, they should understand the operations of a small pharmaceutical company, learn and engage in the operations of in-house counsel, and contribute to legal functions of the business through production of requested deliverables. #LI-Remote

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Depending on intern’s skill set and interest, position may involve projects within any of the departments below:

• Securities and Corporate Governance
  • Summarize new/updated SEC rules and regulations
  • Assist with preparation and review of SEC filings, with a focus on exposing the intern to public company reporting requirements
  • Assist with preparation of Board and committee meeting materials
  • Conduct peer group research, including with respect to corporate governance matters
  • Assist generally with corporate governance matters, as needed
• Compliance
  • Draft policy updates
  • Assist with training/communication development
• Contracts
  • Assist with contracts migration project, work on developing new form agreement templates, and help develop how-to guides for contracting

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• 2L or 3L law school student from an accredited law school
• Ability to work full-time (30-40 hours per week) during the summer, part-time (15-20 hours per week) during the fall/spring semesters*
• Willingness to work independently and collaboratively
• Organized individual, with excellent time management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Motivated to learn, participate, and produce deliverables
• Interns who are required to participate in an internship class, may work full-time during the fall/spring semesters.

REQUIREMENTS

Must provide cover letter, resume, and proof of law school enrollment

The statements in this position description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The manager may assign additional responsibilities and assignments from time to time.

BioCryst is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veterans status, disability and/or other protected class characteristics. Additionally, BioCryst is committed to achieving its business objectives in compliance with all federal, state and local law.

BioCryst requires all U.S. based employees to either (a) establish that they have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19; or (b) obtain an approved exemption as an accommodation. Proof of vaccination or an approved exemption form is required after a conditional job offer has been made to the applicant and prior to the start date. This requirement is a condition of employment at BioCryst, and it applies regardless of whether the position is located at a physical BioCryst location or is fully remote.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)