Intellectual Property Lead Biology

UCB • Cambridge, MA

3d • $168,000 - $220,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Patent Counsel Biology provides global intellectual property support for biology research, platform technologies, and early development programs. You will partner closely with scientific teams to develop and execute intellectual property strategies, manage global patent portfolios, and provide practical advice on innovation protection, freedom-to-operate, risk management, and competitive patent landscapes. This is a highly collaborative role supporting research teams mainly across the United States while partnering with colleagues in Europe and globally.

Requirements

• Advanced scientific degree (at least Master degree).
• Registered United States Patent Attorney, or alternatively European Patent Attorney with US patent agent qualification.
• 3+ years patent attorney experience in-house or private practice.
• Technical expertise in cell therapy or stem cell technologies.
• Strong knowledge of United States and European patent law.
• Proven patent drafting and prosecution expertise.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting molecular biology or gene therapy programs.
• Experience handling patent validity and infringement matters.
• Knowledge of intellectual property agreements and partnering transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional global stakeholders.
• Experience working within a multinational life sciences environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop intellectual property strategies for research and development programs.
• Manage global patent portfolios and prosecution activities.
• Conduct freedom-to-operate and competitive landscape assessments.
• Harvest inventions and identify emerging intellectual property opportunities.
• Deliver intellectual property training and awareness initiatives.
• Partner with legal, contracting, and research stakeholders globally.

Benefits

• The actual salary offered will take into account related knowledge, skills, experience and location among other factors and may fall outside the expected range.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior