Counsel IP

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Counsel, IP

The candidate will work on a range of intellectual property issues in a fast-paced, established pharmaceutical company. Will identify issues potentially impacting the business and work with the teams and business units to devise solutions. Counsel research and business colleagues by providing clear advice is essential. Expected to work independently, be proactive in identifying legal issues, and to demonstrate initiative, sound judgment and a service-oriented focus. Expected to develop expertise in specific areas of the law and contribute effectively to legal and cross-functional projects. Will be a part of the product attorney group and will report to a senior member of the patent prosecution team. Oversee and develop patent portfolios to protect Gilead’s product pipeline with a focus on small molecule 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 regulatory matters relating to Intellectual Property.

Additional Information

Ref. R0013602

Company info

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