I.P. Counsel – Large Corporation – Ipswich, Mass.

New England Biolabs Inc. (NEB), a recognized leader in enzyme design and development, is seeking an IP Counsel who will join the Intellectual Property Group as a contributor to all Intellectual Property functions within the company.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Draft and prosecute Global Patent Applications
  • Participating in European Oppositions and US Reexamination Challenges to Patents
  • Defend NEB trademarks and copyrights in legal proceedings
  • Prepare Freedom to Operate Opinions
  • Work with the different business groups at New England Biolabs to provide appropriate and timely IP protection

Required Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in molecular biology or chemistry preferably with postdoctoral experience
  • Admission to the Massachusetts bar
  • Admission to the USPTO
  • At least 10 years of IP including law firm and in-house counsel experience
  • Familiarity with domestic and foreign filing requirements
  • Good understanding of legal and technical issues and capable of formulating winning arguments
  • Intellectual curiosity
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills; both written and verbal
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team setting

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://neb.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NEB_Careers/job/Ipswich-MA-United-States/IP-Counsel_1038.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Ipswich, Massachusetts