BeOne Medicines · 1 day ago
Executive Director, Head of Small Molecule IP
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$303K/yr - $383K/yr
15+ years expBeOne Medicines is a rapidly growing, global biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative cancer therapeutics. They are seeking an experienced IP counsel to lead their Small Molecule IP team, supporting R&D, business development, and commercialization efforts while managing a global team of IP attorneys and professionals.
Pharmaceuticals
Responsibilities
Lead an IP team in the US and China primarily focused on small molecule portfolio to build and maintain a strong intellectual property portfolio to support the Company’s R&D, manufacturing, and commercialization efforts
Serve as a strategic partner and IP thought leader for the Company’s senior leaders in discovery, research, manufacturing, and development on patent, regulatory data exclusivity, trademark, and other intellectual property issues
Support corporate development, business development and research collaborations, including due diligence assessments, advise on contract drafting and negotiation, and alliance management
Monitor patent trends and case law developments in the US and major markets and adjust IP strategies; advocate positions important to BeOne Medicines in matters concerning IP government and regulatory policy
Conduct patent and prior art search, competitive landscape analysis, patentability, and freedom to operate analysis
Review draft publications and presentations
Provide litigation support, including validity and non-infringement analysis
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school; admitted to USPTO, and at least one state bar
At least 15 years or relevant experience in biopharmaceutical intellectual property practice with at least 7 years of in-house experience in pharmaceutical or biotech industry
Deep understanding of global biopharmaceutical patent law, regulatory data protection, regulations and best practices in the US and other major markets
Experience in the pharmaceutical industry and strong understanding of drug discovery, development, manufacturing and commercialization of small molecule, biologics and other types of drugs
Experience and skill at drafting patent applications and responses to patent office actions, and proven track record of patent portfolio development
A demonstrated ability to collaborate, as well as to work independently, balancing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with a high level of professionalism
Ability to understand complicated laws and regulations and translate them into practical, business-oriented legal counsel
Ability to handle confidential and proprietary information, and to exercise discretion and judgment
Self-motivated, able to work independently and be reliable and responsive
Ability to be flexible and willing to accept new responsibilities as needed
Preferred
Advanced degree in Chemistry, Organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, Ph.D. preferred
Supervisory experience preferred, including leading and managing IP attorneys and professionals
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
FSA/HSA
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Wellness
Company
BeOne Medicines
BeOne Medicines is a global oncology company domiciled in Switzerland that is discovering and developing innovative treatments that are more accessible to cancer patients worldwide.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
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