Director, Senior IP counsel

BeiGene

6d•$211,000 - $271,000•Remote

About The Position

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 Medicines’ Legal and Compliance is building a team based on excellence, collaboration, and ongoing development to support BeOne Medicines’ mission. We are seeking an experienced IP counsel to join our growing in-house IP legal team to serve as a senior IP counsel in our Biologics IP team and support BeOne Medicines’ R&D, business development, and commercialization efforts as we further our vision to develop and commercialize molecularly targeted and immuno-oncology cancer therapeutics.

Requirements

Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school; admitted to USPTO, and at least one state bar.
Advanced degree in biological sciences, Ph.D. preferred
At least 7 years of 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
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

Experience developing IP portfolios for ADC and/or cell and gene therapy assets preferred.

Responsibilities

Primarily focuses on building and maintain a strong intellectual property portfolio to support the Company’s R&D, manufacturing, and commercialization efforts on biologics products.
Serve as a strategic partner for the Company’s senior leaders in discovery, research, manufacturing, and development on patent, regulatory data exclusivity, trademark, and other intellectual property issues.
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 the US and major markets and adjust IP strategies; advocate positions important to BeOne Medicines in matters concerning IP government and regulatory policy.
Conduct patent and prior art search, competitive landscape analysis, patentability, and freedom to operate analysis.
Review draft publications and presentations.
Provide litigation support, including validity and non-infringement analysis.