Senior Counsel - Patent Medicinal/Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_on1100, H Street Northwest, Downtown, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20006, United States
Join Amgen's Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, you are part of something bigger. Our shared mission to serve patients living with serious illnesses drives everything we do. Since 1980, we have helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world's toughest diseases. With a focus on four therapeutic areas—Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease—we reach millions of patients each year.
As a member of the Amgen team, you will help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller, happier lives. Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science-based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lie within them, you will thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
About the Role
In this vital role, you will develop, implement, and execute global intellectual property strategies for Amgen's therapeutic products and product candidates, including small molecules and peptides. This covers related areas such as compositions, polymorphs, formulations, processes, and methods of manufacturing.
The Senior Counsel will work individually and within legal teams, collaborating with cross-functional R&D and business teams across various geographies. This position offers flexibility and can be remotely located or based at one of our Amgen locations in Thousand Oaks, CA; Cambridge, MA; or South San Francisco, CA.
Hiring Process
Amgen does not have a specific application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number of candidates or select a candidate for the role. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Our Culture and Commitment to Diversity
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed, and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
1100, H Street Northwest, Downtown, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20006, United States
Washington, District of Columbia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDevelop and execute global intellectual property strategies for therapeutic products
- check_circleConduct due diligence to support licensing activities
- check_circleProvide legal counsel to R&D and business partners on IP matters
- check_circleAssist with litigation and defend patents in PTAB and opposition forums
- check_circleConduct prior art searches and analyze patents for freedom-to-operate opinions
- check_circleCollaborate with scientists to identify patentable subject matter
- check_circleNegotiate and draft research agreements
- check_circleDraft, file, and prosecute patent applications worldwide
Requirements
- verifiedJ.D. or LL.M. from accredited law school
- verifiedAdmission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction
- verified4+ years experience practicing intellectual property law
- verifiedRegistered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
- verified10+ years experience practicing patent or intellectual property law
- verifiedExperience in U.S. and foreign intellectual property law relating to biotechnology
- verifiedMaster's degree or Ph.D. in organic or medicinal chemistry
- verifiedExperience in U.S. and/or foreign adversarial proceedings
Nice to Have
Ten (10) or more years of experience practicing patent or intellectual property law. Experience in all aspects of U.S. and foreign intellectual property law relating to biotechnology at a law firm or biotechnology/pharmaceutical corporation. An advanced degree such as a master's degree or Ph.D. in organic or medicinal chemistry. Experience in U.S. and/or foreign adversarial proceedings (such as patent litigation, Inter Partes Reviews, Post Grant Reviews, and oppositions).
Benefits & Perks
check_circleRetirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributionscheck_circleGroup medical, dental, and vision coveragecheck_circleLife and disability insurancecheck_circleFlexible spending accountsDiscretionary annual bonus program
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Intellectual Property Law, Patent Litigation, Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Inter Partes Reviews, Post Grant Reviews, Ptab, Freedom-To-Operate Opinions.
Education: Ph.D. in organic or medicinal chemistry (preferred); Master's degree in organic or medicinal chemistry (preferred); J.D. degree required.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Counsel - Patent Medicinal/Pharmaceutical Chemistry at Amgen
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A Senior Counsel - Patent Medicinal/Pharmaceutical Chemistry at Amgen is responsible for the following: Develop and execute global intellectual property strategies for therapeutic products; Conduct due diligence to support licensing activities; Provide legal counsel to R&D and business partners on IP matters; and Assist with litigation and defend patents in PTAB and opposition forums.
What are the requirements for this Senior Counsel - Patent Medicinal/Pharmaceutical Chemistry role?expand_more
To qualify for the Senior Counsel - Patent Medicinal/Pharmaceutical Chemistry at Amgen position, applicants should have: J.D. or LL.M. from accredited law school; Admission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction; 4+ years experience practicing intellectual property law; Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office; 10+ years experience practicing patent or intellectual property law; and Experience in U.S. and foreign intellectual property law relating to biotechnology.
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Senior Counsel - Patent Medicinal/Pharmaceutical Chemistry at Amgen is based in 1100, H Street Northwest, Downtown, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20006, United States. This is a hybrid role.
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Amgen has listed this Senior Counsel - Patent Medicinal/Pharmaceutical Chemistry role as hybrid.
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Senior Counsel - Patent Medicinal/Pharmaceutical Chemistry at Amgen typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Senior Counsel - Patent Medicinal/Pharmaceutical Chemistry at Amgen include Intellectual Property Law; Patent Litigation; Organic Chemistry; Medicinal Chemistry; Biotechnology; Pharmaceutical; Inter Partes Reviews; and Post Grant Reviews.
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Educational requirements for this role: Ph.D. in organic or medicinal chemistry (preferred); Master's degree in organic or medicinal chemistry (preferred); and J.D. degree required.
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Senior Counsel - Patent Medicinal/Pharmaceutical Chemistry at Amgen is part of the legal job category on Recrutus.