Counsel Ip

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Counsel, IP

The candidate work on a range of intellectual property issues in a fast-paced, established pharmaceutical company. Oversee and develop patent portfolios to protect Gilead’s product pipeline with a focus on large molecule (biologic) therapeutics. Draft and prosecute patent applications (US and foreign patent offices). Counsel non-legal colleagues regarding patent strategy and identification of patentable inventions. Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses. Review and assist in the drafting of nondisclosure, research, license and other agreements involving the use, transfer, or ownership of intellectual property. Review proposed publications regarding Gilead’s research programs for potential IP issues. Provide support for corporate development activities, including licensing and acquisitions. Address intellectual property issues of regulatory matters relating to exclusivity. Must have Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry or related sciences. Should have admission to practice before the USPTO. Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and admission before a State bar. Must have 4+ years of experience in patent prosecution in a law firm or as corporate in-house counsel. Years of experience as a Patent Agent can be substituted if currently pursuing Juris Doctorate. Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills. Must have strong client service orientation. Experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industries preferred.

Additional Information

Ref : R0013603.

Company info

Gilead Sciences, Inc.
333 Lakeside Drive
Foster City
California
United States 94404
Website : http://www.gilead.com