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# Associate Counsel, Legal (Hyderabad) at Schrödinger

- **Company:** Schrödinger
- **Location:** Hyderabad, India
- **Posted:** 2026-08-25
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-16
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/schrdinger/jobs/7831819003

## Job description

Schrödinger is a leading technology company that develops state-of-the-art chemical simulation software for use in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and materials science research. It is a technology leader specializing in software solutions for life science research and development. We are a rapidly growing life sciences company, with both a technology business and a drug discovery business, looking to hire an Associate Counsel for our Hyderabad location to join us in our mission to improve human health and quality of life through the development, distribution, and application of advanced computational methods.

## RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Serve as a trusted legal advisor to internal partners by providing clear and actionable guidance on legal and commercial risks on a broad range of topics including, e.g., technology and commercial transactions, employment, data privacy, real estate, and IP;
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including, e.g., vendor/service agreements, MSAs, NDAs, MOUs, Consulting Agreements, licensing agreements, technology collaboration agreements, contract research organization (CRO) based transactional documents, and other related business documents;
- Build, refine, and scale legal templates, playbooks, policies, and contracting workflows to improve speed and consistency;
- Proactively establish strong working relationships and collaborate with global partners (e.g., Sales, Finance, IT,  Compliance) to support business objectives and mitigate risks;
- Collaborate with the global legal team in critical initiatives to help establish and evolve legal processes and administrative, repository management, execution lifecycle of agreements, and work cross-functionally with the appropriate teams;
- Monitor legal, regulatory, and industry developments relevant to SaaS, AI/ML, software licensing, and data privacy, and communicate practical implications to stakeholders;
- Develop and deliver training programs for cross-functional teams on legal topics, risk management, and contract best practices.

## Minimum Qualifications

- A bachelor's degree in law
- At least 8-10 years of relevant generalist legal experience, with substantial experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial and technology transactions, including SaaS, software licensing, vendor, partner, and confidentiality agreements
- Working knowledge of laws, regulations, and best practices related to data privacy, cybersecurity, intellectual property, and open source licensing issues relevant to technology and software transactions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong critical thinking and analytical ability, sound judgment, and strategic orientation
- A team-player mindset with the ability to work collaboratively across various functions and with colleagues at all levels across time zones with a deep understanding on the time sensitivity;
- Growth mindset with a strong desire to grow professionally, upskill, learn about new products, technologies and processes, and remain agile and adaptable, taking ownership of projects, building relationships cross-functionally and working on cutting-edge legal issues.

Ideal Qualifications

- A master’s degree in law
- In-house experience in technology or SaaS environments
- Drafted and negotiated complex enterprise SaaS or software licensing agreements, using both standard templates and bespoke contractual frameworks
- Worked with intellectual property and commercial licensing issues related to AI technologies, including machine learning, data usage, information security, data privacy, and responsible AI commitments
- Built or improved contracting processes at scale, including contract intake workflows, approval matrices, template libraries, fallback positions, negotiation playbooks, and sales enablement training

Sounds exciting? Apply today and join us!

As an equal opportunity employer, Schrödinger hires outstanding individuals into every position in the company. People who work with us have a high degree of engagement, a commitment to work effectively in teams, and a passion for the company's mission. We place the highest value on creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and contribute, and refuse to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, age, disability, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. To us, "diversity" isn't just a buzzword, but an important element of our core principles and key business practices. We believe that diverse companies innovate better and think more creatively than homogenous ones because they take into account a wide range of viewpoints. For us, greater diversity doesn't mean better headlines or public images - it means increased adaptability and profitability.

## About Schrödinger

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Schrödinger provides a physics-based computational platform for molecular discovery and design, transforming how therapeutics and materials are discovered.
- **Entity Type**: Public (Nasdaq: SDGR)
- **Headquarters**: New York, New York, USA
- **Founded**: 1990
- **Founders**: Dr. Richard A. Friesner (co-founder) and Dr. William A. Goddard III (co-founder)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Biotechnology, Drug Discovery, Materials Science, Computational Chemistry, Software
- **Target customers**: B2B — pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, and materials science organizations (R&D, discovery teams); also serves academic institutions.
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “Our mission is to improve human health and quality of life by transforming the way therapeutics and materials are discovered.” [schrodinger.com](https://www.schrodinger.com/company/about/)

## Products & Services
- **FEP+ (Free Energy Perturbation+)**: A physics-based computational tool for accurately predicting binding affinities and optimizing drug candidates (SaaS).
- **LiveDesign**: An enterprise platform for collaborative molecular design, enabling teams to track, analyze, and share data in real time (SaaS).
- **Schrödinger Platform (Core)**: A comprehensive suite of physics-based modeling and simulation tools for small molecule discovery, materials design, and predictive modeling (SaaS).
- **Materials Science Platform**: Specialized tools for designing polymers, formulations, and advanced materials (SaaS).
- **Drug Discovery Pipeline**: Internal and collaborative drug discovery programs targeting high-value therapeutic areas, leveraging their own platform.
- **Education & Certification**: Online courses and certification programs for computational chemistry and molecular design.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: As of early 2025, market cap is approximately $2.5–3.0 billion (fluctuates with market).
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue (public) — FY2024 revenue was approximately $180–200 million (SaaS + drug discovery collaborations).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Key partners include major pharmaceutical companies (e.g., Novartis, Takeda, Bayer) and materials science firms. Public shareholders include institutional investors like Vanguard and BlackRock.
- **Growth Signals**: Consistently growing software revenue; expanding drug discovery pipeline; recognized as a leader in computational chemistry; listed on the 2022 *Fortune* 100 Fastest-Growing Companies; named #1 in Pharmaceuticals and Biotech on *Newsweek*’s America’s 100 Most Loved Workplaces 2022. [schrodinger.com](https://www.schrodinger.com/company/about/)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Physics-based platform**: Proprietary, physics-first approach (not purely AI/ML) that provides high accuracy and predictive power, differentiating from competitors.
- **Deep R&D investment**: Over 30 years of continuous investment in computational methods and force fields.
- **Integrated platform + pipeline**: The company uses its own platform internally to advance a pipeline of drug discovery programs, creating a virtuous feedback loop for platform improvement.
- **Strong IP moat**: Extensive patent portfolio covering both the platform and drug discovery methods.
- **Established partnerships**: Long-term collaborations with top pharma and materials companies, providing recurring revenue and validation.

## Strategic Focus
- **Platform expansion**: Continuing to enhance the physics-based platform with machine learning and AI capabilities (e.g., ML-driven force fields, retrosynthesis).
- **Therapeutics pipeline**: Advancing proprietary and collaborative drug programs into the clinic, focusing on high-value targets with human genetics validation.
- **Materials science growth**: Expanding the materials platform into new industries (e.g., electronics, consumer goods).
- **Global reach**: Growing operations in key markets including Japan, India, and Europe.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & values**: Emphasizes collaboration, compassion, diversity, and ethical conduct. Recognized as a top workplace (No. 1 in Pharmaceuticals and Biotech on *Newsweek*’s 100 Most Loved Workplaces 2022). [schrodinger.com](https://www.schrodinger.com/company/about/)
- **Work environment**: Flexible work environment with hybrid options. New York office features snack options, gym access, and modern collaborative spaces. [schrodinger.com](https://www.schrodinger.com/company/careers/)
- **Benefits**: Competitive salary and annual bonuses; equity compensation; 401k with employer match; over a month of paid vacation; two annual company shut-down weeks; paid parental leave; subsidized backup care (child/elder/pet); medical, dental, vision; mental health benefits; flexible spending accounts; tuition reimbursement; access to Schrödinger’s online courses and mentor program. [schrodinger.com](https://www.schrodinger.com/company/careers/)
- **Engineering & science culture**: A multidisciplinary team of over 800 employees (scientists, software engineers, ML engineers) working at the intersection of physics, chemistry, and computer science. Strong focus on professional development and learning.
- **Global presence**: 12 offices worldwide (New York, Cambridge, San Diego, Portland, Hyderabad, Tokyo, Munich, Mannheim, London, and more), offering a diverse, global team.

## Sources
1. [Schrödinger About Page](https://www.schrodinger.com/company/about/)
2. [Schrödinger Careers Page](https://www.schrodinger.com/company/careers/)
3. [Schrödinger Homepage](https://www.schrodinger.com/)
4. [Schrödinger Team Page](https://www.schrodinger.com/company/team/)
5. [Schrödinger Jobs on Greenhouse](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/schrdinger)

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