Legal Intern

IBRI is poised to transform life sciences—and for millions of people, even life itself.

The Opportunity:

The IBRI is seeking motivated undergraduate or graduate students for our Summer Internship Program. Interns will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic research environment, working alongside scientists and professionals on active projects that contribute to real-world scientific advancement.

The Summer Internship Program runs from May 18, 2026, through August 7, 2026.

Responsibilities:

Our Legal Intern participate in seminars and trainings on professional and scientific topics, and gain experience by supporting the institute’s legal and compliance functions by assisting with research, documentation, and regulatory-related tasks that enable biomedical research and collaborative partnerships in a highly regulated environment.

• Conduct basic legal and regulatory research related to biomedical research, healthcare compliance, and government‑funded studies, and summarize findings for the legal team
• Assist with organizing, reviewing, and tracking standard research‑related agreements such as NDAs, MTAs, and collaboration agreements
• Support compliance and ethics activities by helping maintain records, preparing documentation, and assisting with internal reviews or audits
• Assist with administrative and project support tasks, including maintaining legal files, preparing meeting materials, and documenting discussions
• Observe and support legal and compliance initiatives related to research partnerships, intellectual property, and institutional policies

Qualifications:

• Enrolled in (or recently graduated from) an Indiana university undergraduate and/or graduate program OR having graduated from an Indiana High School.
• Degree in pre‑law, legal studies, public policy, biology, chemistry, biotechnology, or a related field) or a law student with interest in life sciences.
• Interest in law as it relates to biomedical research, healthcare, or regulated scientific environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to summarize information clearly.
• Basic research and analytical skills; willingness to learn legal and regulatory concepts
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); willingness to learn document management systems.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with legal, compliance, and research staff.

How to Apply:

Submit the following materials to the online application by February 15th, 2026:

• Resume or CV
• Cover letter detailing your interest and relevant experience
• Academic transcript (unofficial is acceptable)
• Letter(s) of recommendation (optional but encouraged)

Compensation:

Earn a stipend of $9650 for the Summer Internship Program to help cover living and work-related expenses while earning hands-on experience and training.

About Us:

The Indiana Biosciences Research Institute (IBRI) is a first-in-class translational medicine institute dedicated to advancing life sciences in the race to eliminate disease and improve human health and life.

By connecting early-stage biotech companies with cutting-edge life science discoveries —and backed by the mission and resources of industry leaders, investors, and philanthropic partners—IBRI is successfully evolving a new, independent model to conquer disease, uniting previously fragmented forces in the quest for cures.

Carefully curating and supporting early-stage companies with investment, talent, and space, IBRI strategically accelerates drug discovery. Our work benefits from the relatively low cost of living and doing business here, allowing more resources to be directed toward science.

Fueled by the same entrepreneurial creativity as the groundbreaking scientific work we support, IBRI’s labs advance research across the frontiers of diabetes, metabolic disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and rare pediatric diseases. Our ambitious public–private vision cultivates talent while efficiently bridging the gap between research-driven inquiry and profit-driven drug development.

At IBRI, cures are launched on a clear pathway to clinical trials, enabled by the combined resources and experience of our academic and industry partners, without the typical pressure to deliver rapid results for commercialization. IBRI labs pursue breakthroughs that might never happen elsewhere. Breakthroughs are happening here. Our novel financing model ensures that when discoveries are ready for clinical trials, the intellectual property is sold back to industry or spun off, creating a direct stream of revenue.

By every measure, the IBRI model demonstrates a novel approach that delivers rewards. Scientific bench work is nurtured, drug discovery is advanced, workforce development is continuous, investors see returns, and donors see impact. Most importantly, IBRI’s structure and portfolio of accomplishments matter to the patients whose lives are improved—or even saved—by this forward-looking approach to life sciences.

IBRI is driven to bring next-generation therapies to market with an understanding of the complex pressures that often bind innovation to economics. After more than a decade, the evidence is clear: IBRI is poised to transform life sciences—and for millions of people, even life itself.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The IBRI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.