Incyte 
is seeking a Director to Sr. Director Patent Counsel. This position is responsible for providing legal services and counsel regarding matters pertaining to intellectual property strategy and management.
Responsibilities
- Manages the preparation, filing, and prosecution of patent applications to obtain broadest possible protection for company's inventions. Provides legal advice and service on patent/intellectual property including discovery, patentability, validity, and infringement of inventions and/or patents. Ensures all commercially important inventions are protected by valid patents and do not infringe valid third party patents. Renders opinions regarding infringement and validity of patents. May handle appeal and interference proceedings. May participate in IP opposition procedures and/or litigation, if existing. Has understanding of company's products and technology. May work with outside counsel to direct activities.
- Reviews and provides counsel to protect Incyte’s interest in all scientific/technical/clinical publications originating either internally or with third party collaborators, communities and/or suppliers.
- Conducts, reviews, and evaluates literature, patent, and file wrapper searches on all subject matter relevant to the company for patentability, validity, and freedom to operate issues. May participate in IP due diligence teams, if existing.
- Drafts, negotiates and reviews contracts involving material transfer, sponsored research, third party research services, consulting, confidentiality and related contract matters. May negotiate and draft patent licenses and other agreements.
- Develops a thorough understanding of and familiarity with the company's business, its people, products, markets, facilities, customers and competitors and utilizes that knowledge in providing guidance and counsel to internal clients.
- Establishes a rapport and a working relationship with business unit management and personnel at all levels to encourage and continue the proactive use of in-house legal counsel.
- Provides day-to-day legal advice regarding a wide range of activities and programs related to drug product development and medical affairs.
Minimum Requirements
- J.D. degree, as well as membership in good standing of at least one state bar; and must be admitted, and in good standing, to practice before the USPTO.
- MS, preferably a PhD, in chemical sciences including a strong knowledge of organic chemistry with focus on medicinal chemistry.
- At least 8+ years of related experience, with at least 5 years in-house legal experience and proven track record in IP management of a pharmaceutical company.
- Good general working knowledge of liability issues and negotiation.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including the ability to communicate concisely to clients, to integrate legal and business knowledge and to provide balanced advice regarding risks.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and to flourish in a fast-paced environment.
Contact
For more information and to apply, visit our website: http://www.incyte.com/careers/jobopenings.
Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Wilmington, Delaware