Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Director, Intellectual Property
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Rockville, Maryland, us, 20849
Supernus Pharmaceuticals is an award-winning biopharmaceutical company with more than 30 years of experience in developing and commercializing products that treat central nervous system (CNS) diseases. At Supernus, we develop innovative products that help treat neurological and psychiatric conditions. We currently have 8 products in the market that are making a real impact on patient outcomes.
Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements. Overview The Director of Intellectual Property is responsible for the management, development, and protection of Supernus’ intellectual property (IP) portfolio, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights. This role oversees all facets of patent and trademark applications, including preparing and prosecuting US and worldwide patents and trademark applications, performing prior art searches, and overseeing outside counsel for prosecution activities. Responsibilities
Focuses on chemistry-based inventions and interacts with staff to assess research inventions. Manages invention disclosures and prepares and prosecutes patent applications. Conducts chemical structure searches and patentability analyses. Performs landscape analysis of prior art. Conducts prior art searches and recommends and implements IP prosecution strategies. Drafts patent applications and responses to Office Actions. Conducts licensing due diligence, IP assessment of new technologies, manages and administers the IP docketing and annuity payment systems (CPI and CPA), and manages IP files. Acts as an IP liaison with internal departments and manages relationships with external law firms and third-party agencies and relevant organizations. Oversees IP operations, including tools, systems, and vendor relationships supporting global prosecution and maintenance. Assists in developing infrastructure and policies and educates/trains relevant departments on IP best practices. Monitors and analyzes the IP landscape and IP trends to identify risks and opportunities. Other responsibilities and projects as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in life sciences and a minimum of ten years of related experience; a Master’s degree or PhD in life sciences and a minimum of seven years of related experience; or a Juris Doctor (JD) with a minimum of seven years of related experience. Pharmaceutical/biotechnology patent law knowledge, transactional experience, or a combination of law firm and biotech/pharmaceutical company experience is required. Previous experience working with pharmaceutical or biotechnology patent preparation and prosecution is preferred. In-depth understanding of the PTO and PCT administrative rules. Working knowledge of CPI and CPA docketing and annuity payment systems. Must be registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Ability to read, interpret, and follow-through documents such as business correspondence, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively with visitors and employees of the organization. Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills and the ability to multi-task. Strong working knowledge of MS Office products including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and Project. Ability to work both independently and in a team dynamic in a fast-paced environment. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion. Other Characteristics
Ability to take direction as needed. Ability to work independently and as part of a team with high ethical standards of integrity and quality. Innovative and dynamic approach to work. Self-starter able to work independently but comfortable working in a team environment. Ability to align with Supernus Values in interactions with employees, vendors, customers and others. Capable of performing other duties as assigned by Management. Authorized to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Physical Requirements / Work Environment / Travel
Sedentary work; ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Close visual acuity for preparing and analyzing data, transcribing, viewing screens, and extensive reading. Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Compensation At Supernus, we offer a competitive compensation package. The expected salary range for fully qualified candidates applying for this role is $200,000 to $258,000. This range is the Company’s reasonable offer and may be modified in the future. An individual’s salary within the range is based on factors including education, experience, knowledge, and organizational needs. Base salary is complemented by opportunities such as employee stock purchase programs and performance-based bonuses. Supernus Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements. Overview The Director of Intellectual Property is responsible for the management, development, and protection of Supernus’ intellectual property (IP) portfolio, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights. This role oversees all facets of patent and trademark applications, including preparing and prosecuting US and worldwide patents and trademark applications, performing prior art searches, and overseeing outside counsel for prosecution activities. Responsibilities
Focuses on chemistry-based inventions and interacts with staff to assess research inventions. Manages invention disclosures and prepares and prosecutes patent applications. Conducts chemical structure searches and patentability analyses. Performs landscape analysis of prior art. Conducts prior art searches and recommends and implements IP prosecution strategies. Drafts patent applications and responses to Office Actions. Conducts licensing due diligence, IP assessment of new technologies, manages and administers the IP docketing and annuity payment systems (CPI and CPA), and manages IP files. Acts as an IP liaison with internal departments and manages relationships with external law firms and third-party agencies and relevant organizations. Oversees IP operations, including tools, systems, and vendor relationships supporting global prosecution and maintenance. Assists in developing infrastructure and policies and educates/trains relevant departments on IP best practices. Monitors and analyzes the IP landscape and IP trends to identify risks and opportunities. Other responsibilities and projects as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in life sciences and a minimum of ten years of related experience; a Master’s degree or PhD in life sciences and a minimum of seven years of related experience; or a Juris Doctor (JD) with a minimum of seven years of related experience. Pharmaceutical/biotechnology patent law knowledge, transactional experience, or a combination of law firm and biotech/pharmaceutical company experience is required. Previous experience working with pharmaceutical or biotechnology patent preparation and prosecution is preferred. In-depth understanding of the PTO and PCT administrative rules. Working knowledge of CPI and CPA docketing and annuity payment systems. Must be registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Ability to read, interpret, and follow-through documents such as business correspondence, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively with visitors and employees of the organization. Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills and the ability to multi-task. Strong working knowledge of MS Office products including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and Project. Ability to work both independently and in a team dynamic in a fast-paced environment. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion. Other Characteristics
Ability to take direction as needed. Ability to work independently and as part of a team with high ethical standards of integrity and quality. Innovative and dynamic approach to work. Self-starter able to work independently but comfortable working in a team environment. Ability to align with Supernus Values in interactions with employees, vendors, customers and others. Capable of performing other duties as assigned by Management. Authorized to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Physical Requirements / Work Environment / Travel
Sedentary work; ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Close visual acuity for preparing and analyzing data, transcribing, viewing screens, and extensive reading. Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Compensation At Supernus, we offer a competitive compensation package. The expected salary range for fully qualified candidates applying for this role is $200,000 to $258,000. This range is the Company’s reasonable offer and may be modified in the future. An individual’s salary within the range is based on factors including education, experience, knowledge, and organizational needs. Base salary is complemented by opportunities such as employee stock purchase programs and performance-based bonuses. Supernus Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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