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Job Type: Regular Assistant General Counsel,   AI,   Emerging Technolog ies ,   & Strategic Agreements The RAND Corporation’s Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is   seeking   a highly motivated, professional attorney to join our   Legal Strategy & Advancement T eam   as the   Assistant General Counsel   focusing on   AI,   Emerging Technolog ies   & Strategic Agreements . O pportunity   Summary R eport s   directly to the Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary. You r c ore responsibilities   would   include : • technology transactions involving   AI and other   emerging technologies ; • drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, IP agreements, and licensing arrangements; • helping develop   new ways of leveraging RAND’s IP ;   and • addressing novel challenges as they arise. We are s eeking   an attorney with: • Practical experience using AI tools to provide   timely ,   accurate   legal advice, with a continuous improvement mindset and enthusiasm for exploring new AI capabilities; • A focus on helping clients   identify   risks and opportunities, and on finding innovative solutions to problems ; • Comfort with wearing “multiple hats” and in building legal infrastructure from the ground-up; an d • Passion for the legal subjects on which the attorney advises. About RAND OGC We are a   high-performing   team of talented legal professionals   that   support the entire enterprise – everything we do is for the purpose of enabling RAND to deliver on its mission .     While each of our team members has specialist skills, we are also intellectually curious generalists who engage across the full range of issues and opportunities experienced by RAND. Even as RAND   researchers   leverage   and evaluate   the most advanced frontier AI models   and capabilities in tackling the world’s most complex public policy challenges ,   our   team   has fully adopted leading edge AI legal tools   to enhance and advance our legal services   – with continuous exploration of new capabilities and a willingness to challenge   longstanding assumptions and practices .     We combine   this   with   high level s   of engagement   across the organization   and collaboration   within the team and with the people we support ,   enabl ing   us to confidently provide thoughtful , practical, and actionable   advice   at the speed of a fast-moving organization. RAND OGC has three levels of attorney positions: Counsel, Assistant General Counsel, and Associate General Counsel, reflecting progressively increasing levels of established skill, experience, and   responsibility . The Role As part of a n   OGC team focused on advancing RAND’s mission through innovative solutions,   the   primary responsibilities of this role will include: • Advising on technology transactions and emerging technology matters, including artificial intelligence, digital assets, data use, and related legal issues affecting RAND’s research and operations; • Drafting, negotiating, and managing a wide range of commercial agreements, including licensing agreements, NDAs, vendor agreements, technology agreements, and similar transactions; • Advising on intellectual property matters, including IP   strategy , protection of RAND’s IP assets,   patent s ,   and negotiation of IP-related provisions in research and commercial agreements; • Advocacy with research sponsors on behalf of RAND in conjunction with research division leadership, including periodic in-person visits to sponsor locations; • Collaborating with the Director of Contracts and other RAND operations personnel to   establish   and update high-quality, agile processes for the review and negotiation of contracts and agreements; • Proactively   identifying   risks and working with stakeholders to design and implement solutions; • Tasking and directing outside counsel as required; • Advising   staff on compliance with applicable laws and regulations; and • Special projects assigned by the General Counsel. Other responsibilities may include: • Advising   RAND’s Development function with respect to the terms of charitable gifts and grants; • Advising   and training   on export control and trade compliance matters, including ITAR, EAR, and related regulatory frameworks applicable to RAND’s domestic and international activities , including AUKUS ;   and • Advising on federal government contracting matters,   including FAR/DFARS   compliance and related procurement issues . RAND’s OGC roles tend to involve a unique combination of responsibilities   –   in our experience   no candidate (even the ones we hire!) ever checks every single box. If   you’re   excited about this role ,   think you   have what it takes,   and are ready to learn, we encourage you to apply. Qualifications The requirements for   this   Assistant General Counsel   role   are as follows: Required : At least six (6) years of experience as a practicing attorney with   some combination of   substantive experience in technology transactions, intellectual property, commercial agreements, or related transactional areas; Detail-oriented, works well under pressure, and has an affinity for RAND’s Mission; Proven problem-solver who takes ownership of assigned areas of responsibility; Demonstrated ability to confidently provide sound judgment even in ambiguous situations; Collaborative, collegial, and skilled at building consensus with diverse professional groups; Demonstrated desire to take on increasing levels of responsibility and confidence to engage in novel legal issues that may be outside prior experience; Ability to   identify   priorities and adjust as necessary to meet unanticipated needs; and Ability   to travel occasionally to other RAND offices (primarily in the U.S.). Preferred   / “Plus” Factors : Experienc e working in-house for a technology company, research institution, or organization engaged in emerging technology work; Experience working for (or with) a non-profit organization; and/or Substantive e xperience   pertaining to   any of the following: • federal g overnment contracting, FAR/DFARS compliance, or government procurement matters; • export control regulations (EAR, ITAR) or trade compliance programs; • cybersecurity; • any   of the “other responsibilities” described above Education & Licensing J.D. and licensed to practice law (in good standing).  If not licensed to practice law in the state of employment, must qualify under the Supreme Court of Virginia’s Rule 1A:5 or the requirements for Registered In-House Counsel for the State of California (as applicable).  Licensure in California, Virginia, Pennsylvania, D.C., or New York is a plus. Security Clearance This position requires the ability to obtain and   maintain   a U.S. Government Security Clearance and DHS Fitness.   Accordingly ,   U.S. citizenship is   required . Location This role is based in either RAND’s Arlington, VA (Washington DC area) office or Santa Monica, CA (Los Angeles area) headquarters and is eligible for RAND’s hybrid work environment. Candidates should expect to work from a RAND office about three days per week on average. Salary Range:   $ 177,500  - $ 235,000 RAND considers a variety of factors when formulating an offer, including but not limited to, the specific role and associated responsibilities; a candidate’s work experience, education/training, skills, expertise; and internal equity. The salary range includes base pay plus RAND’s sabbatic pay (which provides additional compensation above base pay when vacation is taken). In addition, RAND provides strong benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid time-off and more. Equal Opportunity Employer