Intellectual Property Associate Position Available In Essex, New Jersey

Intellectual Property Associate Jacaranda Consulting Inc – 4.0 Newark, NJ Job Details Full-time $350,000 – $450,000 a year 4 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Civil rights Biology Writing skills Patent law Mid-level Litigation Bachelor’s degree Biochemistry Legal drafting Organizational skills Intellectual property law Chemistry 4 years Research & development Communication skills

Full Job Description Essential Functions:

Draft, prosecute, and manage U.S. and foreign patent portfolios related to small molecules and biologicals. Provide strategic counseling on all aspects of patent law, e.g., portfolio exclusivity positions and drafting of freedom to operate and patent invalidity and non-infringement opinions. Participate in and support patent litigations concerning small molecule and biologics (including ANDA litigations). Work closely with clients to identify and protect new intellectual property, and counsel and educate client’s scientists and product development/business development teams on intellectual property matters.

Minimum Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills Required:

U.S. attorney with a minimum of 4 years of patent experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech/life science field. Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Advanced degree in chemistry, biology, immunology, or biochemistry or substantial R D experience is preferred. However, a bachelor’s degree with additional experience as a practicing patent attorney would be considered. Experience as an in-house lawyer in small molecule chemistry is considered a plus. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. This is an extremely interactive role that requires excellent communication skills and the ability to both address complex IP issues and succinctly identify and communicate decisions to a team. Demonstrated experience in drafting and prosecuting pharmaceutical patent applications globally, as well as in conducting freedom to operate and patent invalidity and non-infringement analyses. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle and prioritize multiple time-sensitive projects. Strong written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with minimal supervision. Ability to distill complexity and to communicate decisively

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$350,000.00 – $450,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Work Location:

In person