Director, Patents– Pharmaceuticals (Chemistry)

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

3d

About The Position

Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.

Requirements

• Full relevant legal qualification
• Strategic thinking in IP/TM
• Extensive experience managing IP/TM in multiple markets and jurisdictions
• Good scientific knowledge of core field
• Team management experience
• Strong written and spoken communication skills in English
• Ability to communicate complex legal matters clearly
• Experience managing external service providers

Nice To Haves

• Firsthand experience of IP related litigation
• Pharma experience

Responsibilities

• Independently draft and prosecute a major IP portfolio (either patents, or trademarks and other non-patent IP, as appropriate) relating to an assigned client area.
• Provide IP advice to the assigned clients reflecting R&D objectives, and identify and address IP opportunities and risks.
• Establish and implement IP strategies for the assigned area
• Communicate effectively with R&D clients on IP matters
• Participate in R&D governance bodies including briefing senior R&D leaders on specific IP strategies
• Educate R&D and other AZ functions on IP issues
• Lead global IP teams on AZ IP operational or strategic IP issues
• Work independently on IP diligence and other activities in support of SPBD opportunities
• Manage outside service providers effectively
• Mentor others in IP and promote sharing of experience and knowhow
• In Patents, act as an attorney of record for US or EP prosecution

Benefits

• qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]
• paid vacation and holidays
• paid leaves
• health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees