Director, Senior IP Counsel, Small Molecule

BeiGene

7d • Remote

About The Position

BeOne continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer. BeOne Medicines is a rapidly growing, global, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative molecularly targeted and immuno-oncology drugs for the treatment of cancer. Likewise, BeOne’s Legal and Compliance is building a team based on excellence, collaboration, and ongoing development to support BeOne’s mission. It is a great place to start or continue your career as an in-house patent attorney in pharmaceutical industry. We are seeking an experienced IP counsel to join our growing in-house IP legal team to support BeOne’s R&D, business development, and commercialization efforts as we further our vision to develop and commercialize molecularly targeted and immuno-oncology cancer therapeutics. This position will be remote and report to the head of small molecule IP.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school; admitted to USPTO, and at least one state bar.
• Advanced degree in chemistry or related field, Ph.D. preferred
• At least five years or relevant experience in biopharmaceutical intellectual property practice.
• Deep understanding of global biopharmaceutical patent law, regulatory data protection, regulations and best practices in the US and other major markets.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry and strong understanding of drug discovery, development, manufacturing and commercialization of biologics, small molecule and other types of drugs preferred.
• Experience and skill at drafting patent applications and responses to patent office actions, and proven track record of patent portfolio development.
• A demonstrated ability to collaborate, as well as to work independently, balancing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to understand complicated laws and regulations and translate them into practical, business-oriented legal counsel.
• Ability to handle confidential and proprietary information, and to exercise discretion and judgment.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and be reliable and responsive.
• Ability to be flexible and willing to accept new responsibilities as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in chemistry or related field, Ph.D. preferred
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry and strong understanding of drug discovery, development, manufacturing and commercialization of biologics, small molecule and other types of drugs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Primarily focus on building and maintain a strong intellectual property portfolio to support the Company’s R&D, manufacturing, and commercialization efforts on biologics products
• Identify patentable inventions, draft and prosecute patent applications
• Conduct patent and prior art search, competitive landscape analysis, patentability, and freedom to operate analysis
• Support corporate development, business development and research collaborations, including due diligence assessments, advise on contract drafting and negotiation, and alliance management
• Monitor patent trends and case law developments in major markets, and adjust IP strategies accordingly, and
• Provide litigation support, including validity and non-infringement analysis.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• FSA/HSA
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness
• opportunity to own shares of BeOne Medicines Ltd. stock because all employees are eligible for discretionary equity awards and to voluntarily participate in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree