Senior Counsel - Biotech Patent Law - Biosimilars

Overview

A leading organization in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech sector is seeking a Senior Counsel specializing in Biotech Patent Law with a focus on Biosimilars. This role involves delivering legal outcomes for customers and stakeholders, collaborating cross-functionally, and managing key priorities. The position offers opportunities for visibility, professional growth, and significant impact.

Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation: $270,109 – $320,613 annually

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of intellectual property, including conducting analyses and developing legal arguments
• Develop and implement global freedom-to-operate strategies in collaboration with in-house legal teams
• Draft and prosecute patent applications and provide support for litigation
• Advise on intellectual property strategies relevant to the business
• Work independently and collaboratively within legal and cross-functional teams

Requirements

• J.D. or LL.M. degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction
• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in intellectual property law

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of patent or intellectual property law experience
• Experience with U.S. and/or foreign intellectual property law and adversarial proceedings such as patent litigation
• Undergraduate degree in a scientific field such as molecular biology or biochemistry
• Advanced scientific degree (Master's or Ph.D.)
• Familiarity with patent analysis tools (e.g., LexisNexis PatentSight)
• Proficiency with legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, Bloomberg Law)
• Experience using collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Slack) and project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello)
• Knowledge of data management platforms for intellectual property assets
• Understanding of biotechnology processes and standards, particularly related to biosimilars and patent law

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement and savings plan with generous company contributions
• Discretionary annual bonus program
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Flexible work models where possible

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but bring valuable backgrounds and perspectives.