Merus N.V.
Join to apply for the
Associate Director, U.S. Patent Agent
role at
Merus N.V. 2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Associate Director, U.S. Patent Agent
role at
Merus N.V. The Associate Director, U.S. Patent Agent will play a critical role in shaping and protecting the companys intellectual property portfolio. This individual will support patent prosecution, portfolio management, and broader IP strategy, working closely with cross-functional teams and external counsel. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in U.S. patent law, particularly within the biotech or pharmaceutical sectors, and a passion for collaborating with world-class scientists.
Your role
Key Responsibilities
Managing the Companys U.S. patent portfolio, including preparing and prosecuting patent applications and drafting responses to Office Actions. Developing and providing internal training on U.S. IP matters. Contributing to technology landscape reviews, freedom-to-operate (FTO) assessments, validity analyses, and development of IP opinions. Collaborating with R&D and Clinical teams to identify potential new inventions, coordinating patent filings and prosecution, and protecting Company trade secrets. Working closely with senior attorneys and external counsel to align U.S. patent prosecution with global IP strategy.
Additional Responsibilities
Providing U.S.-specific legal guidance in the context of broader IP strategy development. Assisting in IP due diligence in connection with existing and prospective collaboration agreements, and business development opportunities. Supporting IP litigation efforts, including working with experts, assisting in factual development, deposition and witness preparation, reviewing pleadings, technology review, and development of case strategy. Collaborating with senior attorneys and outside counsel on preparation for hearings, court proceedings and motion practice. Contributing to the refinement of internal IP processes and policies to support a growing pharmaceutical enterprise
Your profile
USPTO-registered U.S. Patent Agent with significant experience in biotech/pharma IP prosecution and strategy. Advanced degree in biological sciences, immunology, molecular biology, or a related discipline strongly preferred. Preferred minimum of 5 years of experience in patent law, preferably within an in-house biotech or pharmaceutical setting. Proven track record of working effectively with scientists and legal teams to protect cutting-edge technologies. Strong understanding of U.S. IP laws, practices, and procedures, with ability to translate complex scientific concepts into robust IP protections. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Our offer
We offer an exciting opportunity to work with some of the best and brightest in the biotech industry. As part of Merus, youll have the chance to collaborate with an exceptional international team of people who are passionate about what they do. To top it off, we offer a highly competitive total rewards package (benefits and compensation), training that is tailored to your individual development, and career opportunities that match your ambitions. Most importantly, youll have the chance to join us as we close in on cancer everything you do matters at Merus.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Legal Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Merus N.V. by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for Legal Director roles.
Cambridge, MA $236,600.00-$439,400.00 2 weeks ago Director/Senior Director, Corporate Counsel
Associate Director - Global Regulatory Lead, GI & Inflammation
Boston, MA $240,000.00-$280,000.00 23 hours ago Director of Privacy & Senior Legal Counsel
Boston, MA $85,000.00-$125,000.00 2 months ago Cambridge, MA $204,400.00-$379,600.00 3 weeks ago Vice President, Legal Counsel - Institutional Services
Associate Director, eDiscovery Resources
Boston, MA $164,000.00-$260,000.00 3 weeks ago SVP, Associate General Counsel, Chief Privacy Officer
ProFound Therapeutics: Senior Director, IP Counsel
Chief of Staff, Betsy Lehman Center for Patient Safety
Boston, MA $125,000.00-$150,000.00 4 weeks ago Director, Legal Counsel, HR Counsel (Hybrid - Acton, MA)
Acton, MA $203,850.00-$305,775.00 1 day ago Director, Assistant General Counsel Securities
Associate Director/Director, Global Regulatory Lead
Associate Director/Director, Intellectual Property (Patent Counsel)
Associate Director or Director, Compliance Counsel
Boston, MA $180,100.00-$293,638.00 7 hours ago Senior Director/Executive Director, Intellectual Property Counsel
Senior Legal Director, Intellectual Property
Marlborough, MA $172,500.00-$327,800.00 1 week ago SVP, Associate General Counsel Securities Lending and Institution Support
Chief, Curatorial Affairs and Conservation
Boston, MA $240,000.00-$280,000.00 1 month ago Senior Director, Global Regulatory Strategy
Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Associate Director, U.S. Patent Agent
role at
Merus N.V. 2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Associate Director, U.S. Patent Agent
role at
Merus N.V. The Associate Director, U.S. Patent Agent will play a critical role in shaping and protecting the companys intellectual property portfolio. This individual will support patent prosecution, portfolio management, and broader IP strategy, working closely with cross-functional teams and external counsel. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in U.S. patent law, particularly within the biotech or pharmaceutical sectors, and a passion for collaborating with world-class scientists.
Your role
Key Responsibilities
Managing the Companys U.S. patent portfolio, including preparing and prosecuting patent applications and drafting responses to Office Actions. Developing and providing internal training on U.S. IP matters. Contributing to technology landscape reviews, freedom-to-operate (FTO) assessments, validity analyses, and development of IP opinions. Collaborating with R&D and Clinical teams to identify potential new inventions, coordinating patent filings and prosecution, and protecting Company trade secrets. Working closely with senior attorneys and external counsel to align U.S. patent prosecution with global IP strategy.
Additional Responsibilities
Providing U.S.-specific legal guidance in the context of broader IP strategy development. Assisting in IP due diligence in connection with existing and prospective collaboration agreements, and business development opportunities. Supporting IP litigation efforts, including working with experts, assisting in factual development, deposition and witness preparation, reviewing pleadings, technology review, and development of case strategy. Collaborating with senior attorneys and outside counsel on preparation for hearings, court proceedings and motion practice. Contributing to the refinement of internal IP processes and policies to support a growing pharmaceutical enterprise
Your profile
USPTO-registered U.S. Patent Agent with significant experience in biotech/pharma IP prosecution and strategy. Advanced degree in biological sciences, immunology, molecular biology, or a related discipline strongly preferred. Preferred minimum of 5 years of experience in patent law, preferably within an in-house biotech or pharmaceutical setting. Proven track record of working effectively with scientists and legal teams to protect cutting-edge technologies. Strong understanding of U.S. IP laws, practices, and procedures, with ability to translate complex scientific concepts into robust IP protections. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Our offer
We offer an exciting opportunity to work with some of the best and brightest in the biotech industry. As part of Merus, youll have the chance to collaborate with an exceptional international team of people who are passionate about what they do. To top it off, we offer a highly competitive total rewards package (benefits and compensation), training that is tailored to your individual development, and career opportunities that match your ambitions. Most importantly, youll have the chance to join us as we close in on cancer everything you do matters at Merus.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Legal Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Merus N.V. by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for Legal Director roles.
Cambridge, MA $236,600.00-$439,400.00 2 weeks ago Director/Senior Director, Corporate Counsel
Associate Director - Global Regulatory Lead, GI & Inflammation
Boston, MA $240,000.00-$280,000.00 23 hours ago Director of Privacy & Senior Legal Counsel
Boston, MA $85,000.00-$125,000.00 2 months ago Cambridge, MA $204,400.00-$379,600.00 3 weeks ago Vice President, Legal Counsel - Institutional Services
Associate Director, eDiscovery Resources
Boston, MA $164,000.00-$260,000.00 3 weeks ago SVP, Associate General Counsel, Chief Privacy Officer
ProFound Therapeutics: Senior Director, IP Counsel
Chief of Staff, Betsy Lehman Center for Patient Safety
Boston, MA $125,000.00-$150,000.00 4 weeks ago Director, Legal Counsel, HR Counsel (Hybrid - Acton, MA)
Acton, MA $203,850.00-$305,775.00 1 day ago Director, Assistant General Counsel Securities
Associate Director/Director, Global Regulatory Lead
Associate Director/Director, Intellectual Property (Patent Counsel)
Associate Director or Director, Compliance Counsel
Boston, MA $180,100.00-$293,638.00 7 hours ago Senior Director/Executive Director, Intellectual Property Counsel
Senior Legal Director, Intellectual Property
Marlborough, MA $172,500.00-$327,800.00 1 week ago SVP, Associate General Counsel Securities Lending and Institution Support
Chief, Curatorial Affairs and Conservation
Boston, MA $240,000.00-$280,000.00 1 month ago Senior Director, Global Regulatory Strategy
Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr