Lawyer jobs in San Diego, CA

About the role

Neurocrine Biosciences is seeking a Compliance Counsel to serve as a trusted advisor and business partner to assigned commercial franchise teams. You will translate complex healthcare laws, regulations, and industry standards into practical, risk-based guidance that helps teams make informed decisions, manage risk, and execute responsibly. Working across Commercial, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Patient Advocacy, Sales and Marketing, and other functions, you will build strong partnerships while contributing to the effectiveness of the Neurocrine Ethics and Compliance Program. _

What you'll bring

• Juris Doctor (JD)
• from an accredited law school and an active license in good standing to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Typically 6+ years of relevant legal and/or healthcare compliance experience
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical or biotechnology compliance, including healthcare fraud and abuse laws, FDA promotional requirements, PhRMA Code principles, HCP/HCO interactions, transparency, and privacy requirements
• Experience with corporate compliance programs, including risk assessment, monitoring and auditing, training, remediation, and corrective actions
• Experience advising Commercial, Medical, Market Access, Patient Advocacy, or related functions in a regulated life sciences environment
• Strong legal analysis, business judgment, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to translate complex legal requirements into clear, practical recommendations
• Experience in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, or broader life sciences industry
• Demonstrated learning agility, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to quickly understand business strategy, operations, and emerging risks
• Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.
• We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements.