Wellstat Management Company, a privately-held biotech company located in Gaithersburg, MD,is seeking a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent to join our legal team.
The position requires drafting and prosecuting patent applications, patentability and FTO searching, and providing support for licensing and litigation.
Qualifications: Qualified candidates must have at least five years experience in patent prosecution and counseling and should be registered to practice before the USPTO. Candidates must also have a background in biochemistry or molecular biology. Additional experience with one or more of diagnostics, diagnostic devices, mechanical engineering, materials science, pharmaceuticals, and transactional work (NDAs, MTAs, services agreements), preferred. This is a full-time position, but part-time/flexible arrangements may be considered for highly-qualified candidates.
Wellstat Management Company is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Contact: Please send resume and salary requirements to: Wellstat Management Company, 930 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, Attn: HR/LK, or Fax to 301/869-8721 or apply online at recruiting@wellstat.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland
BASF is seeking a Senior Patent Attorney to work in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. Under the supervision and direction of a senior BASF intellectual property attorney, this person provides patent support to BASF's Plant Sciences (BPS) unit in Research Triangle Park (RTP).
Building Patent Assets: • Draft and prosecute patent applications in the U.S. for the protection of innovations arising out of research conducted at BPS, RTP-based Headquarters • Manage patent families and select patent portfolios on a global basis • Work collaboratively with the BPS patent group based in Germany • Frequent interaction with the business and technical teams in RTP
Other IP-Related Legal Work: • Growth opportunity in the management of IP strategy for select BPS projects as the need arises • Supporting/lead role in the development of patentability, validity, infringement, freedom-to-operate opinions, and requisite patent searching • Supporting/lead role in IP due diligence activities relative to acquisitions, divestitures and other transactions involving IP, and litigation or proceedings before the various patent office's/agencies around the world
Qualifications: BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent
• Must have a BS in life sciences • Must be registered to practice before the USPTO as a patent attorney • Must have at least 4 years of experience in patent application drafting and prosecution • Must have at least 2 years of experience in molecular biology and biotechnology arts • At least 2 years of experience with IP/technical background in one or more of plant science, molecular biology, biotechnology or associated life science fields, specific experience in the crop seed industry a plus • Exposure to IP transactional processes which include technology transfer, licensing and R&D agreements • Good facility with eFiling, Public and Private PAIR and other databases and web-based interaction with USPTO and other Patent Offices world-wide
Theranosis seeking a Life Sciences Patent Prosecutor Lead. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing intellectual property strategy and developing the patent portfolio in collaboration with company management, scientists, and attorneys.
Roles & Responsibilities: • Work with scientists to identify new inventions • Prepare, file, and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications • Manage existing intellectual property portfolio with oversight of Life Sciences IP maintenance and enforcement efforts • Utilize creative approaches to intellectual property strategy and litigation • Identify infringement and evaluate opportunities to enforce intellectual property rights • Minimize adverse intellectual property litigation outcomes • Collaborate with other in-house and outside attorneys
The successful candidate must have excellent judgment and the ability to recognize legal issues and effectively communicate such issues. The candidate must also have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be a self-starter, energetic, analytical, and have the ability to work well alone and as part of a team.
Requirements: • Partner-track or equivalent in-house attorney with 6+ years of intellectual property experience with a law firm or corporation • JD from top-tier ABA approved law school • Graduate degree in life sciences or chemistry (M.S. required, Ph.D. preferred) • Member of California State Bar and active registration with United States Patent and Trademark Office • Strong life sciences background or equivalent industry experience • Proven track record of successful patent prosecution • Self-sufficient practice management skills and flexibility to assist in additional in-house legal responsibilities • Exceptional professionalism, communication, personal integrity and interpersonal skills • Acute attention to accuracy and detail in all aspects of responsibilities • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
Theranos is actively building a world-class team. Ideal candidates are currently employed or have been employed in similar types of positions and want to be part of a paradigm-shifting company doing innovative work. Candidates must be hard-working with an unfaltering determination to excel in an intense start-up environment and a desire to gain tremendous personal and career growth.
Carr & Ferrell’s Litigation Practice Group is seeking Associates to join their team in Silicon Valley. We will review applications from attorneys with between three and five years of litigation experience and strong academic credentials. Trial prep and support experience is required, as well as current California bar membership in good standing. Possession of a technical undergraduate degree in a life science, physics, electrical or mechanical engineering is also necessary for consideration.
Alere Inc.is seeking a patent counsel to be based in Waltham, MA or in San Diego, CA.
The patent counsel will advise internal scientific and business clients located throughout Alere. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and capable of working independently as well as with remotely located colleagues and internal clients. This position reports to the Chief IP Counsel.
Responsibilities of this position include: • Development and maintenance of patent portfolios related to diagnostic markers and point-of-care devices; • Freedom to operate analyses; • Due diligence on acquired and in-licensed technology; • Managing outside counsel in IP matters relevant to Alere’s business; and • Drafting and review of IP-related contracts.
Qualifications: • J.D. from an accredited law school with an advanced degree and/or significant research experience in a life science/biotechnology discipline. • Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for between 5 and 8 years. • Experience prosecuting patent applications and conducting freedom to operate analyses in life sciences/biotechnology essential. • Law firm experience as a patent agent or attorney preferable.
Alere offers a competitive compensation package, including medical and dental benefits, 401K with company match, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, short and long term disability, flexible spending accounts, vacation and holiday pay, casual atmosphere and more.
Alere Inc. is an equal employment/affirmative action employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability please send an email to jobs@alere.com to let us know the nature of your request.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Waltham, Massachusetts or San Diego, California
Alere Inc. (NYSE: ALR), is a global leader in enabling individuals to take charge of their health at home through the merger of rapid diagnostics and health management. By developing new capabilities in near-patient diagnosis, monitoring and health management, Alere enables individuals to take charge of improving their health and quality of life at home. Alere’s global leading products and services, as well as its new product development efforts, focus on infectious disease, cardiology, oncology, drugs of abuse and women’s health. Alere is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. For additional information on Alere, please visit www.alere.com.
Requirements for this position are: • Minimum of 5 years of patent prosecution or related experience • Technical expertise in genetics, molecular biology, and biochemistry • A college degree in biology or related field • Membership to a state bar • Registration with USPTO as a patent attorney
Preferred attributes of a candidate for this position are: • Patent drafting and/or lab experience with microRNA, SNPs, biomarker assays, diagnostics, biologics, plant patents, plant extracts, small molecules, and vaccines • Experience with university technology transfer • Membership to Ohio, Michigan, or Colorado state bar • Willingness to work in the Toledo, Ohio, or Fort Collins, Colorado office
No book of business is required. Compensation is either a salary or a percent of billings arrangement, depending on experience. Bonuses are available, based on performance. MacMillan, Sobanski & Todd, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and provides a comprehensive benefit package, including a 401K and profit sharing retirement plan.
The position is for either Toledo, Ohio, or Fort Collins, Colorado, although telecommuting arrangements would be considered for very qualified applicants.
Depending on experience, the work will involve the following areas: patent application preparation and prosecution (60%); counseling of clients and portfolio management (25%); opinions (freedom to operate, validity and infringement) (5%); agreements and licensing (5%); and due diligence (5%).
MacMillan Sobanski & Todd provides our clients with practical guidance in formulating and implementing IP strategy. Our growing practice involves working closely with our clients as a team to capture and protect key emerging technology. We spend the time with clients necessary to understand potential opportunities and provide solutions for their intellectual property issues. The technology of our clients is cutting edge, requiring creative effort to fully and properly protect the new innovations.
Contact: Interested candidates are invited to send a resume, along with a cover letter to: Recruitment Manager at: hr@mstfirm.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Toledo, Ohio or Fort Collins, Colorado
Klarquist Sparkman, LLP, a mid-size law firm focusing exclusively on Intellectual Property law, is actively seeking a patent attorney or patent agent with an advanced degree in organic chemistry for its office located in Portland, Oregon. Candidates should have superior academic credentials and 3+ years of experience in drafting chemistry-related patent applications and opinions. Ideal candidates will have a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in organic chemistry and experience in pharmaceuticals, spectroscopy, or small-molecule synthesis.
As patent counsel for the National Institutes of Health and many chemical companies and universities worldwide, the Firm works with leading researchers in diverse fields of chemistry. For more information on the firm and its chemical practice group, please visit http://www.klarquist.com.
Klarquist Sparkman offers patent attorneys and agents not only a challenging career representing top-caliber clients, but also a balance between work and life outside of work. Our attorneys and agents enjoy a reasonable billable hour requirement and compensation based on a percentage of billings.
Contact: Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample by email to recruiting@klarquist.com or by mail to:
Human Resources Manager Klarquist Sparkman, LLP 121 SW Salmon, Suite 1600 Portland, Oregon 97204
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Portland, Oregon
TransTech Pharmais seeking an IP Counsel to work in its High Point, North Carolina office.
Responsibilities: •Intellectual Property Counsel will also maintain a substantial and active prosecution docket of U.S. and foreign patent applications and may supervise outside counsel to coordinate patent prosecution for in-licensed and/or out-licensed patent portfolios.
•Intellectual Property Counsel will develop in-depth expertise in specific areas of technology and provide advice on patent law issues to scientists conducting research in those areas.
•From time to time, Intellectual Property Counsel may be involved in due diligence work including freedom-to-operate, infringement, and validity analyses.
•Intellectual Property Counsel will report directly to the Vice President of Intellectual Property and must be able to provide clear and concise recommendations on intellectual property strategy to project team leaders and other members of senior management.
•Intellectual Property Counsel may also periodically manage and negotiate confidentiality agreements, material transfer agreements, research agreements, and licensing agreements.
Qualifications: •Admission to at least one state bar and admission to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office are required.
•The applicant must also have at least five years of experience as a patent attorney primarily engaged in preparation and prosecution of US and foreign patent applications.
•The applicant should have significant experience in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications directed to small molecule drug candidates.
•An advanced degree in a relevant scientific field is also preferred, especially if the candidate has less than seven years of patent prosecution experience.
•Technical expertise and/or patent prosecution experience in the areas of pharmaceutical formulations, crystal forms, second medical uses, and screening technology is desirable.
Solazyme has an opportunity available in our Intellectual Property Department for a Patent Agent to support Solazyme's legal efforts and business needs The successful candidate will be involved in all phases of patent preparations and filings.
The Patent Agent will focus on patent application preparation and prosecution, both foreign and domestic, and prior art reviews and analysis to assess novelty and freedom to operate issues. Coordinates with inventors and others to keep them informed as to the status of pending intellectual property matters.
Essential job functions for this position include, but are not limited to: • Prepares drafts of patent applications and documents related to patent applications, which include conducting background searches and searches for similar inventions; drafting the specifications and figures and providing technical expertise throughout the application process. • Analyze and prepare responses to patent office actions and prior art cited by the USPTO and foreign patent offices. • Provides complex, substantive and organizational support in the patent area. • Assists in the compliance with Solazyme’s intellectual property policies. • Conducts prior art searches and assists with patentability, freedom-to-operate, infringement and validity analyses, including the cataloging and maintaining of results in an organized and accessible fashion. • Assists in the review and approval of publications/presentations to prevent disclosure of confidential information. • Assists attorneys in patent litigation matters.
Job Requirements: • Registered to practice before the USPTO • Ph.D. in Biological Sciences highly preferred. • Three to five years of patent prosecution experience is required • Technical and analytical skills necessary to conduct complex and detailed analysis of patent-related matters. • Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with a diverse group of researchers, engineers, and attorneys. • Self-starter, highly organized and detail oriented. • Excellent language, grammar and writing skills. • Ability to work with minimal direction and supervision. • Proficient in MS Office Suite and other routinely used software packages
Contact: The method for applying for this vacancy is online via the Solazyme’s home page at www.solazyme.com and proceed to the Career Page. No other forms of application will be accepted.
Solazyme is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workplace. All applicants will be considered equally without regard to race, color, ethnicity, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an organization or any other non-merit factors
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: San Francisco, California
Solazyme, Inc. is the leading renewable oils and bio-products company. We use algal biotechnology to renewably produce clean and scalable fuels, chemical, foods and health science products. Solazyme’s advanced and proprietary technology uses algae to produce oils and biomaterials in standard fermentation facilities quickly, cleanly, cost effectively and at large scale.
Myers Wolin, LLC, a growing IP Boutique law firm with offices in Morristown, New Jersey and New York City, is seeking a partner-level patent (any technical field) or trademark attorney or small practice group with portables. This position is ideal for someone with a book of business at a firm that is looking for a more favorable location or is in a period of transition.
Solazyme has an opportunity available in our Intellectual Property Department for a IP Paralegal to support Solazyme's legal efforts and business needs The successful candidate will be involved in all phases of patent preparations and filings.
Responsibilities: • Docketing US and foreign prosecution deadlines • Creation, preparation and management of patent and trademark files • Managing and updating status reports to track the progress of all US and foreign patent and trademark related deadlines • Assist in the preparation of documents for filing with the USPTO • Trademark searches and analysis • Correspond with outside counsel • Provide administrative support of other IP-related documents/projects
Required: • 2-5 years prior patent docketing experience; familiarity with PCT applications and Trademarks is required. • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, preferred. • In-house experience at a bio- or clean- technology company preferred. • Must have outstanding organizational skills with keen attention to detail • Strong communications skills (written and verbal) • Able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision • Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office, including Excel and powerpoint requried
Contact: The method for applying for this vacancy is online via the Solazyme’s home page at www.solazyme.com and proceed to our Career Page; No other forms of application will be accepted.
Solazyme is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workplace. All applicants will be considered equally without regard to race, color, ethnicity, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an organization or any other non-merit factors.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: San Francisco, California
Solazyme, Inc. is the leading renewable oils and bio-products company. We use algal biotechnology to renewably produce clean and scalable fuels, chemical, foods and health science products. Solazyme’s advanced and proprietary technology uses algae to produce oils and biomaterials in standard fermentation facilities quickly, cleanly, cost effectively and at large scale.
Elmore Patent Law Groupis seeking candidates for associate positions in the firm. Qualified candidates should hold at least a bachelor's degree in a life science, materials science, chemical engineering or mechanical engineering and 3-5 years of experience in the practice of intellectual property law including a demonstrated ability to prepare, file and prosecute patent applications, conduct legal research and patent research such as for the preparation of freedom to operate or validity opinions. The firm is particularly interested in candidates with a background in nanotechnology in the fields of materials science, chemistry, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. The firm is conveniently located northwest of Boston in Westford, MA.
Luminex Corporationis seeking a Patent Associate to provide assistance with patent related activities, including growth and management of Company's patent portfolio, product clearance searches and analyses, product labeling and other IP-related tasks as required.
The Patent Associate will be responsible for undertaking product clearance activities, including nucleic acid and antibody-based patent searching and analysis. In addition, PA will be expected to work with R&D (systems and assays) to identify patentable inventions and assist with patentability searching and analysis. Additional responsibilities will include assistance with drafting and prosecution activities, support of business-development licensing activities and ensuring patent statements for product labels are accurate
Competencies: • Business Acumen - knowledgeable about current and future issues that could affect the organization • Customer Focus - dedication to the customer and earns their trust and respect • Dealing with Ambiguity - makes decisions and takes action without having the full picture • Learning on the Fly - learns quickly/open to change • Negotiating - can win concessions without jeopardizing relationships • Organizational Agility - knows how to go through the proper channels to get things done • Peer Relationship - cooperative, team player, trusted and supported by peers • Planning - sets specific goals and objectives, ability to plan for the length and difficulty of assignments, ability to break down projects into specific tasks/steps • Priority Setting - focuses on what is most important • Problem Solving - identifies complex problems and reviews related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions • Process Management - ability to simplify complex processes and to organize people and activities • Strategic Agility - ability to create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans • Timely Decision Making - decisions can be made quickly even under tight deadlines and pressure • Written Communications - effectively communicates in writing
Required Education/Training: • M.Sc or Ph.D in Molecular Biology or related Field • Patent Agent Registration required (US and/or Canada)
Required Certifications/License/Special Skills: • Proven time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize • Reliable and dependable • Strong logic and analytical skills • Excellent language skills • Exceptional attention to detail • Ability to efficiently identify client needs • Ability to integrate technical and legal knowledge to provide guidance to scientific and management teams • Ability to work on multidisciplinary teams
Required Work Experience: • Between 3-6 years in patent prosecution, preferably in a variety of technology areas • Proven experience in patentability searches and analyses • Proven experience in freedom-to-operate searches and analyses • In-house experience considered a Bonus
Working Conditions: • Must work onsite at Luminex office at least 90% of the time • Travel may be required approximately 10% of the time • International travel may be required approximately 5% of the time • Possible exposure to biological or chemical hazard, extensive noise and/or working with laser • Work situations include dealing with people; working alone; making judgments and decisions; and directing, controlling or planning the activity of others
Physical Requirements: • Lifting/Use of Strength is Sedentary (up to 10 pounds) • Climbing on the job is required: Never • Kneeling on the job is required: Never • Reaching on the job is required: Never • Stooping on the job is required: Never • Vision (Colour) on the job is required: Occasionally - up to 33% of the time
Tarolli, Sundheim, Covell & Tummino LLPseeks a patent attorney with at least four years of patent preparation/prosecution experience and a chemical or biochemical background. Advanced degree and pharmaceutical and/or life science experience is required. OH bar is preferred, but not required. Transportable business is a plus, but not required. Compensation commensurate with previous experience and demonstrated abilities. Comprehensive benefits package is offered.
Emergent BioSolutions is seeking an IP Counsel for its Seattle, Wash., office. The principal responsibility of this IP Counsel is to (1) manage and oversee the development of patent portfolios covering biotherapeutic product candidates for oncology and other indications in the company’s pipeline, and (2) provide client and business counseling on IP risk management including clearance searches.
Must be capable of interacting with EPDS scientific staff, program management, and business professionals in the alliance management and business development functions. The successful individual must also be capable of professionally representing Emergent’s IP interests in interactions with other biopharmaceutical companies, universities, and funding organizations. Additional responsibilities include conducting IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate investigations, analyzing and reporting results, counseling business clients on IP risks, and developing and implementing IP risk mitigation strategies. The incumbent will be required to travel regularly to other company business sites, and to travel as needed for due diligence, negotiations, etc.
Requirements: J.D. from accredited law school, with B.S. or higher degree in a life science discipline. Must have been registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for at least 5 years. 5-8 years experience as a member of the bar as a patent attorney handling IP issues in a biopharmaceutical setting, with primary concentration in patent portfolio development and strategy. Licensing, due diligence, and clearance searching experience also required.
Must have strong communication skills and academic credentials. Experience with an established law firm, university tech transfer office, or in-house legal department required. Patent and biomedical database search skills required.
Emergent BioSolutions is seeking an Associate IP Counsel/IP Manager. This position reports to Senior IP Counsel overseeing IP matters for therapeutics programs in the company’s BioScience Division. The principal responsibility of the Associate IP Counsel is to manage preparation and prosecution of patent portfolios covering biotherapeutic product candidates in the company’s pipeline. Must be capable of interacting with company scientific staff, program management, and business professionals in the alliance management and business development functions. Must also be capable of professionally representing the company’s IP interests in interactions with current and prospective business partners. IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate responsibilities include computer-assisted search and investigation of third party patent rights, scientific publications, and biological sequences for purposes of risk identification. The incumbent will be required to travel regularly to other company sites in the U.S. in order to interact directly with scientific staff.
Requirements: J.D. from accredited law school, with B.S. or higher degree in a life science discipline. Must have been registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for at least 5 years. Experienced patent agents will also be considered (in which case job title will be revised to IP Manager). 0-3 years experience as a member of the bar, plus 3-5 years experience as a patent agent handling IP issues in a biopharmaceutical setting, with primary concentration in patent drafting and prosecution. Due diligence experience a plus. Must have strong communication skills and academic credentials. Experience with an established law firm, university tech transfer office, or in-house legal department required. Patent and biomedical database search skills required.
Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC, an established intellectual property law firm in Rockville, MD, is seeking an experienced electrical patent attorney with an advanced degree in electrical engineering or physics. The ideal candidate will have experience in telecommunications technology fields including wired (optical and electrical) and wireless networking technologies and equipment.
Our firm is also seeking an associate, agent or technical writer with a Computer Science or Electrical Engineering degree. Candidate should have 2+ years experience in patent application drafting and prosecution. Candidates must possess excellent academic credentials as well as strong organization, writing, and analytical skills.
Both positions will provide the opportunity to work on a wide variety of patent prosecution, opinion, and counseling matters in the electrical arts with quality domestic and foreign clients. U.S. Patent Office experience or familiarity with the USPTO practice is desirable. Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Contact: Interested candidates should send resume, transcripts and writing samples by email to dmr@usiplaw.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Rockville, Maryland
Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation (GNF) is looking for a biotechnology patent attorney who also has significant experience in handling corporate transactions. The successful candidate will work closely with GNF’s scientists, engineers, and business associates in providing intellectual property and transactional support to enable them to accomplish GNF's mission of discovering new medicines that address unmet medical needs.
The position will include two areas of responsibility: 1) Biotechnology Patents • Draft and prosecute patent applications directed to biotechnology-related inventions, including antibodies and other biotherapeutics; manage associates in non-US countries. • Analyze third party patents to identify freedom to operate issues and plan strategies for dealing with such issues, such as recognizing patent validity and noninfringement issues and working with researchers identify design-around strategies.
2) Contracts • Negotiate, draft and review contracts of various size and scope with collaborators, customers, suppliers, and other third party partners. Typical agreements include research collaboration agreements, in- and out-licensing deals, materials transfer agreements, non-disclosure agreements. • Provide legal advice and assist with resolving contract disputes.
Requirements: • 5-8 years in-house or law firm experience as a patent attorney (prefer experience with research-focused biotech or pharmaceutical company). • Advanced degree in molecular biology or related field (Ph.D. strongly preferred). • JD from ABA-approved law school; good standing with a state Bar (preferably California). • Demonstrated experience in drafting and prosecuting biotechnology patent applications in US and other countries around the world, and conducting freedom to operate and patent invalidity and non-infringement analyses. • Experience in negotiating and drafting agreements that are typical for a research-focused pharmaceutical company. • Ability to identify and analyze legal and intellectual property issues, define risks, and present clear recommendations. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate and function well in a team environment. Self-motivated and efficient, with good business judgment. A high degree of creativity and initiative is expected.
Contact: Apply by emailing us at: jobs@gnf.org. Job Code: TS03-005.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: San Diego, California
Gilead Sciences is seeking a Counsel II – Patent Litigation to work in its Foster City, California headquarters. This position reports to the Head of Patent Litigation and will be responsible for assisting with the global defense of Gilead’s patent portfolio. The title will depend upon the candidate’s years of relevant experience. Specific responsibilities will include assisting with patent litigation in the U.S. and foreign countries, providing support in global opposition, invalidation and revocation proceedings and handling a small docket of patent application preparation and prosecution. The position may occasionally be called upon to assist the department in managing work load by undertaking additional activities as needed to support the IP interests of the company. The position may also occasionally be engaged in activities designed to improve departmental processes and procedures as requested by the Head of Patent Litigation and/or the VP of Intellectual Property.
Essential Duties and Job Functions: • Actively participate in litigation teams by assisting with overall litigation strategy, interviewing fact and expert witnesses, collaborating with outside counsel for the preparation of witnesses for deposition and attending same, collaborating with outside counsel in the selection and preparation of expert testimony • Assist in internal document collection and production • Assist in reviewing correspondence, arguments, memos, and briefs in support of litigation • Assist in providing instruction to local counsel in foreign litigation matters and coordination of consistent positions across various countries • Assist with the preparation of comprehensive patent portfolio summary documents and conducting patent portfolio reviews • Contribute to the development of strategy and arguments related to global opposition, invalidation and revocation proceedings; • Assist in the evaluation of Gilead’s patent portfolio in advance of litigation and engage in the activities to maximize the strength of same; • On occasion, conduct or assist in freedom-to-operate, validity and due diligence analysis and prepare opinions regarding same; and • Collaborating and assisting other IP department professionals to secure patents for Gilead inventions world-wide
Required Knowledge, Experience and Skills: • Bachelors degree in biology, chemistry, pharmacy or other related life sciences degree. • Juris Doctorate and admission to at least one State Bar. • USPTO Registration • Experience: From 5-8 years of relevant experience which will include a broad range of activities including patent drafting and prosecution, due diligence, opinion work, and patent litigation. At least 2 years of experience in patent litigation is required and particularly those with experience in Hatch-Waxman litigation are preferred.
Other: • This position requires demonstration of Gilead’s core values: Teamwork, Accountability, Excellence and Integrity • This position requires working within a team extensively and accordingly, the ability to work collaboratively and efficiently with others is absolutely critical. You must possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a variety of different personalities to be successful in this role. • This is an “in-office” position. While occasional, reasonable requests for telecommuting will be accommodated, a regular out-of-office telecommute schedule is not Gilead’s policy and is not a viable option for this position. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are necessary, including the ability to speak and write clearly and concisely. • The successful candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter and will be given increasing responsibility. The ability to competently carry-out and follow through on directives and to learn quickly is expected. • The candidate is expected to be proficient at applying legal analysis in a business context. • Demonstrating the ability to independently identify issues, goals, needs and solutions will be key for future success. • The ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment is critical. • The candidate must be proficient in MS Office-based applications. • Travel Requirements: Business trips within the U.S. and occasionally abroad associated with litigation-related activities will be required, typically not exceeding 15% annually.
Contact: We are an equal opportunity employer. Apply online today at www.gilead.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Foster City, California
Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. The company's mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide. Headquartered in Foster City, California, Gilead has operations in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.
The DuPont Company is looking for experienced (Registered) US Patent Agents to work in our Wilmington, DE, Legal organization. Applicants should have extensive experience in preparing patent applications and in prosecution, as well as an advanced degree or equivalent experience in biochemistry, molecular biology, microbiology or bioengineering.
Specifically, applicants should have experience in preparing and prosecuting biotechnology patent applications under USPTO TC1600, including familiarity with PatentIn, BLAST, FASTA, and VectorNTI. Experience with industrial biotechnology and/or bioengineering is desired. Outstanding communication skills are required for interactions with scientists, attorneys and people in business development, as well as the ability to work proactively to coordinate multiple demands and meet aggressive timelines. Experience in foreign prosecution, developing IP Strategies, and Six Sigma are a plus.
