Due to recent growth, Amneal Pharmaceuticals seeks a Director, Global Intellectual Property to support product selection, and development activities within the context of the Hatch-Waxman Act.
Essential Functions:
· Product clearances – develop non-infringement and/or invalidity strategies.
· Draft patent opinions regarding non-infringement and/or invalidity
· Draft Notice Letter(s) per Hatch-Waxman Act
· Draft and prosecute patent applications
Secondary Functions:
· Assessment of in-licensing opportunities/associated due diligence activities
· Litigation support (periodically)
· Training employees on various IP related topics
Job Requirements:
· M.S., Ph.D, or Pharm.D. in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences or chemistry and JD from an accredited law school.
· US Patent Office Registration preferred
· Understanding of the US drug approval process strongly preferred
· 3 to 5 years of experience in the legal department of a pharmaceutical company or law firm environment working closely with pharmaceutical industry clients
· This role does not manage others directly, however it does require working closely with other corporate functions and leading the communication of specific processes.
· Ability to use sound judgments, analysis (business and legal), and the ability to independently develop solutions in the IP area.
· Ability to work collaboratively, in a team environment,
· Strong organizational skills
· Exceptional interpersonal, communication (written and verbal) skills, and strong initiative/self starter
· Limited Local travel
Contact:
Apply by emailing us at: careers@amneal.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Other
Job Location: Piscatway, New Jersey