Overview
A global healthcare organization is seeking a Patent Attorney to support the discovery, development, and commercialization of small molecule pharmaceutical products. This role involves close collaboration with scientists, legal patent teams, and business leadership.
Responsibilities
- Draft and prosecute global pharmaceutical patent applications involving complex intellectual property strategies for small molecule therapeutics.
- Participate in developing overall patent portfolio strategies related to patent procurement and litigation.
- Analyze risks and develop tactical strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Advise teams and senior management on exclusivity, freedom to operate, contract management, and litigation risks.
- Communicate legal advice clearly to non-experts.
- Stay current with global laws, court precedents, and regulations relevant to pharmaceutical products.
- Prioritize and manage multiple projects.
- Contribute to the implementation of new policies and procedures.
- Lead task-directed teams.
- Utilize AI tools efficiently to improve work quality and collaboration.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, or a related field.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
- Minimum of 5 years post-JD experience as a patent attorney in a law firm or industry setting, with expertise in small molecule pharmaceuticals.
- Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state and admitted to represent clients before the USPTO.
- Authorization to work full-time in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Over 5 years of technical experience in pharmaceutical drug discovery, development, or patent litigation related to pharmaceutical products.
- Proactive problem-solving skills with creativity and innovation.
- High learning agility, adaptability, and ability to simplify complex information.
- Resilience under pressure and strong time management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to tailor communication style for technical and non-technical audiences.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $195,000 - $286,000, depending on education, experience, skills, and location.
- Eligibility for company bonus based on performance.
- Comprehensive benefits including 401(k), pension, medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, paid time off, leave of absence benefits, and wellness programs.
Location
- Position based in Louisville, Colorado or Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Strong remote candidates within the U.S. will be considered.
- Travel typically minimal (0-5%), with occasional increases up to 10-20% for internal or external requirements.
- Support provided to research labs globally, including sites in the U.S. (Colorado and San Diego), Spain, and Indianapolis.