Sr Patent Counsel, Chemistry United States - California - Foster City
Legal & Compliance
Regular
Job Description At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we've tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19, and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world's biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination, and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we're looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
This role is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive patent portfolio strategies across Gilead's therapeutic areas, focusing on small molecule therapeutics. The Patent Counsel will advise research teams and management regarding risks and opportunities related to Gilead's intellectual property. As a member of Gilead's patent prosecution team, the Patent Counsel will be a member of Gilead's cross-functional research teams, working collaboratively with preclinical and clinical scientific teams to advance research and clinical candidates, in accordance with Gilead's Core Values and Leadership Commitments.
Specific Responsibilities and Skills The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of experience with global patent prosecution and patent application drafting, preferably in organic chemistry, pharmaceuticals, or biotechnology. Proven ability to manage small molecule patent application drafting and prosecution is required. The ability to manage drafting or prosecution across different therapeutic modalities is a plus. Experience with IP transactions is also a plus. Specific responsibilities will include:
Oversee and develop patent portfolios to protect Gilead's product pipeline with a focus on small molecule therapeutics. Draft and prosecute patent applications in U.S. and foreign patent offices. Effectively supervise and manage activities of outside counsels. Advise non-legal colleagues regarding patent strategy and identification of patentable inventions. Conduct, and counsel cross-functional research teams on, FTO and patent landscape searches and analyses. Review and assist in the drafting and negotiation 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. Prepare and conduct presentations to a variety of audiences on IP topics. Assist with procuring and/or advising on regulatory exclusivities and data protection. Specific Education & Experience Requirements Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related sciences; degree in organic chemistry is preferred and an advanced degree is a plus. Requires a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and admission before a State bar. Admission to practice before the USPTO. Minimum of 8 years of law firm or in-house relevant experience. 4+ years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications in a law firm or in-house, with considerable focus on small molecule therapeutics. Experience with FTO and patent landscape analysis. Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills. Must have strong client service orientation. Must have a strong commitment to integrity, teamwork, excellence, inclusion, and accountability. Must possess the ability to work well with others in a team setting. Organizational skills, exceptional time management, and attention to detail are a must.
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