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Veracyte, Inc. · 2 days ago

Associate IP Counsel

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
senioritySenior Level
money$185K/yr - $215K/yr
date5+ years exp

Veracyte, Inc. is a global diagnostics company committed to transforming cancer care for patients. The Associate IP Counsel will play a crucial role in shaping the company's intellectual property strategy, working cross-functionally to identify, protect, and leverage IP assets.

BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth Diagnostics

Responsibilities

Collaborate with scientists and technical teams to identify patentable inventions, conduct invention harvesting sessions, and guide the development of strategic patent filings aligned with Veracyte’s business goals
Oversee outside counsel supporting the lifecycle of Veracyte’s patent portfolio (including overseeing drafting, prosecution, maintenance, and strategic pruning)
Support FTO analyses for new products and technologies. Advise internal stakeholders on IP risks and mitigation strategies during product development and commercialization
Draft, review, and negotiate research collaboration agreements, license agreements, and technology transfer arrangements. Ensure alignment with Veracyte’s scientific and commercial objectives
Partner closely with R&D and BD to ensure IP strategy supports innovation and compliance. Provide training and guidance on IP matters to internal teams
Contribute to the build-out of Veracyte’s patent program, including process improvements, internal education, and strategic planning
Provide support on commercial contracts and initiatives as needed, contributing to broader Legal team goals

Qualification

JD with active bar membership5 years legal experienceLife sciences IP experiencePatent bar membershipLaw firm trainingProject management experienceAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsRelationship-building skills

Required

JD (or equivalent) with active bar membership
Minimum 5 years of legal experience, including substantive work in life sciences IP (diagnostics, medical device, CRO, biotech, or pharma)
Strong analytical skills and ability to deliver practical, business-focused legal advice
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across technical and non-technical teams

Preferred

Patent bar membership
Law firm training in patent prosecution or technology transactions
Experience in project management or leading cross-functional initiatives
Prior in-house experience in a biotech or diagnostics company

Benefits

Additional discretionary bonuses/incentives
Restricted stock units
Competitive compensation and benefits

Company

Veracyte, Inc.

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Veracyte is a global diagnostics company that empowers clinicians with the high-value insights they need to guide and assure patients at pivotal moments in the race to diagnose and treat cancer.
dateFounded in 2006
location
South San Francisco, California, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://www.veracyte.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.1B
Key Investors
Visium Healthcare PartnersGE VenturesDomain Associates
2021-02-05Post Ipo Equity· $550M
2020-08-05Post Ipo Equity· $194M
2019-05-01Post Ipo Equity· $137.8M

Leadership Team

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John Leite
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
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