Attorney
May 8, 2023
Based in Oakland, NJ, Topcon is a comprehensive diagnostic device manufacturer within the worldwide eye care community. It introduced the world's first commercial back-of-the-eye Spectral Domain (SD) and Swept Source (SS) optical coherence tomography (OCT) systems, which have driven innovation in eye care.
More recently, to develop the most efficient, pragmatic and state-of-the-art solutions, Topcon formed a new strategic division, Topcon Healthcare Solutions, whose primary objective is to create world-class software solutions for the eye care industry and beyond. The company's products enable the collection and visualization of a wide range of imaging and clinical data while providing quantitative and clinical analysis capabilities.
Topcon's software gives clinicians access to patient exam data captured from OCTs, Visual Fields, Fundus Cameras, and other Topcon and third-party devices. Topcon leverages its new data management system called Topcon Harmony, where practitioners gain access to both DICOM and non-DICOM information stored in a central, cloud-based environment. Additionally, Topcon now provides an integrated service that connects practitioners to an extensive network of reading services to assist in the management of sight-threatening eye diseases.
About us and our team:
Topcon operates in two major business segments; the Positioning Business, which offers products which employ optics, lasers, high-precision GNSS and software technology for civil engineering, surveying, the building of infrastructure, the automation of construction equipment and the automation of farming equipment, and the Eye Care Business, which offers advanced solutions in the field of ophthalmology. In the fields of healthcare, agriculture and infrastructure, the basic foundations of people lives, Topcon exists as a company that offers solutions that are beneficial to humanity that continues to grow with society.
Topcon is seeking anattorney tojoin a small and efficient legal group helping the Eye Care Business in the United States and to a lesser extent, world-wide. It is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing technology business that serves important societal needs. Due to the diverse nature of Topcon's businesses and world-wide footprint, members of the legal group experience a wide variety of interesting matters and frequent opportunities to learn and expand his or her skill set.
The position may be remote with the ability to go to the office located in Oakland, New Jersey. This job will report to both Executive VP and General Counsel located in New Jersey, U.S.A. and to the management of the Eye Care Business.
What you'll do:
Who we are looking for - someone with:
Topcon is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
More recently, to develop the most efficient, pragmatic and state-of-the-art solutions, Topcon formed a new strategic division, Topcon Healthcare Solutions, whose primary objective is to create world-class software solutions for the eye care industry and beyond. The company's products enable the collection and visualization of a wide range of imaging and clinical data while providing quantitative and clinical analysis capabilities.
Topcon's software gives clinicians access to patient exam data captured from OCTs, Visual Fields, Fundus Cameras, and other Topcon and third-party devices. Topcon leverages its new data management system called Topcon Harmony, where practitioners gain access to both DICOM and non-DICOM information stored in a central, cloud-based environment. Additionally, Topcon now provides an integrated service that connects practitioners to an extensive network of reading services to assist in the management of sight-threatening eye diseases.
About us and our team:
Topcon operates in two major business segments; the Positioning Business, which offers products which employ optics, lasers, high-precision GNSS and software technology for civil engineering, surveying, the building of infrastructure, the automation of construction equipment and the automation of farming equipment, and the Eye Care Business, which offers advanced solutions in the field of ophthalmology. In the fields of healthcare, agriculture and infrastructure, the basic foundations of people lives, Topcon exists as a company that offers solutions that are beneficial to humanity that continues to grow with society.
Topcon is seeking anattorney tojoin a small and efficient legal group helping the Eye Care Business in the United States and to a lesser extent, world-wide. It is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing technology business that serves important societal needs. Due to the diverse nature of Topcon's businesses and world-wide footprint, members of the legal group experience a wide variety of interesting matters and frequent opportunities to learn and expand his or her skill set.
The position may be remote with the ability to go to the office located in Oakland, New Jersey. This job will report to both Executive VP and General Counsel located in New Jersey, U.S.A. and to the management of the Eye Care Business.
What you'll do:
- Review, draft, and negotiate wide variety of commercial contracts, including manufacturing, supply, distribution, master service, software and data licensing, sponsored research, clinical trials, NDAs, etc.
- Review and monitor promotional materials, activities, and business strategies
- Implement and oversee Topcon's healthcare compliance program in the US, including training and auditing business units on FDA regulations, Anti-Kickback statute, False Claims Act, and HIPPA and other privacy laws
- Draft SOPs regarding risk mitigation, confidentiality, export control, and other business practices
- Advise internal stakeholders across multiple business areas, including sales, marketing, research, regulatory, quality assurance, medical affairs, customer service, IT, and finance
- Assist as needed with respect to intellectual property matters
- Manage and advise on all aspects of litigation disputes and pre-litigation disputes
- Supervise and partner with outside counsel to drive favorable outcomes in the above areas as needed
- Sometimes travel to various business locations
Who we are looking for - someone with:
- 5-7 years of relevant legal experience, ideally with at least 2 years of experience at a mid to large size law firm representing medical device or life sciences companies, and at least 2 years of in-house experience in a fast-paced and growing company
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and supporting transactions
- The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with a wide variety of colleagues as well as external parties on a broad range of matters
- The ability to manage and work with outside counsel and appropriately assess when consultation with outside counsel is appropriate
- Entrepreneurial, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has the ability to work well independently and on a team and can manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
- Excellent judgment - ability to assess risks and benefits and determine best path to achieving the company's goals
- JD and state Bar admission in good standing
Topcon is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.