Hologic, Inc.
Intellectual Property Counsel
San Diego, CA, United States
Hologic is seeking Intellectual Property (IP) Counsel to support its fast-paced Diagnostic Solutions Division. IP Counsel will be responsible for advising internal business and legal partners, as well as managing outside counsel on a wide range of intellectual property issues involving patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights. This position is a fully onsite role based in San Diego, California and will report to Senior Intellectual Property Counsel for the Diagnostic Solutions Division.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage a strategic global intellectual portfolio (including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets) in support of Hologic’s business objectives
Draft and prosecute patent applications in the biological and chemical arts
Conduct competitive intelligence, landscape searches, patentability reviews, and freedom-to-operate analyses relating to R&D activities and product releases
Assist with M&A due diligence, including contract reviews, portfolio assessments, and freedom-to-operate analyses
Manage IP litigation and administrative proceedings
Review and assist in drafting agreements relating to the use, transfer or ownership of IP, including non-disclosure, material transfer, professional services, research, collaboration, and license agreements
Oversee trademark, copyright, and trade secret matters, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations
Review marketing and promotional literature
Counsel key technical and business personnel on IP portfolio development and strategies, adversarial proceedings, competitive intelligence, commercial activities, and licensing opportunities
May participate in conducting periodic training for employees on invention disclosures, litigation preparation, confidentiality, the safeguarding of trade secrets, and other intellectual property topics
Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining a patent portfolio
Experience in conducting and reviewing patentability and freedom-to-operate searches
At least minimal experience negotiating and drafting agreements having an IP component
Experience managing a trademark portfolio is desired
Possession of excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills with the ability to impact and influence others at all levels
Possession of organizational skills and the ability to manage numerous projects and conflicting demands
Business acumen and ability to distill complex legal and technical concepts into practical legal advice
Education and Experience
JD from an accredited law school
Member in good standing of a state bar and registered to practice before the USPTO
A Bachelor of Science in a biological science and
An advanced degree in a biological science, or
At least 2 years of practical laboratory experience
3-7 years of experience as a registered patent attorney
So why join Hologic? We are committed to making Hologic the company where top talent comes to grow. For you to succeed, we want to enable you with the tools and knowledge required and so we provide comprehensive training when you join as well as continued development and training throughout your career. We offer a competitive salary and annual bonus scheme, one of our talent partners can discuss this in more detail with you.
If you have the right skills and experience and want to join our team, apply today. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Additional Info The annualized base salary range for this role is $183,000 to $325,000 and is bonus eligible. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs and market demand.
Hologic, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer inclusive of disability and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Hologic is seeking Intellectual Property (IP) Counsel to support its fast-paced Diagnostic Solutions Division. IP Counsel will be responsible for advising internal business and legal partners, as well as managing outside counsel on a wide range of intellectual property issues involving patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights. This position is a fully onsite role based in San Diego, California and will report to Senior Intellectual Property Counsel for the Diagnostic Solutions Division.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage a strategic global intellectual portfolio (including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets) in support of Hologic’s business objectives
Draft and prosecute patent applications in the biological and chemical arts
Conduct competitive intelligence, landscape searches, patentability reviews, and freedom-to-operate analyses relating to R&D activities and product releases
Assist with M&A due diligence, including contract reviews, portfolio assessments, and freedom-to-operate analyses
Manage IP litigation and administrative proceedings
Review and assist in drafting agreements relating to the use, transfer or ownership of IP, including non-disclosure, material transfer, professional services, research, collaboration, and license agreements
Oversee trademark, copyright, and trade secret matters, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations
Review marketing and promotional literature
Counsel key technical and business personnel on IP portfolio development and strategies, adversarial proceedings, competitive intelligence, commercial activities, and licensing opportunities
May participate in conducting periodic training for employees on invention disclosures, litigation preparation, confidentiality, the safeguarding of trade secrets, and other intellectual property topics
Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining a patent portfolio
Experience in conducting and reviewing patentability and freedom-to-operate searches
At least minimal experience negotiating and drafting agreements having an IP component
Experience managing a trademark portfolio is desired
Possession of excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills with the ability to impact and influence others at all levels
Possession of organizational skills and the ability to manage numerous projects and conflicting demands
Business acumen and ability to distill complex legal and technical concepts into practical legal advice
Education and Experience
JD from an accredited law school
Member in good standing of a state bar and registered to practice before the USPTO
A Bachelor of Science in a biological science and
An advanced degree in a biological science, or
At least 2 years of practical laboratory experience
3-7 years of experience as a registered patent attorney
So why join Hologic? We are committed to making Hologic the company where top talent comes to grow. For you to succeed, we want to enable you with the tools and knowledge required and so we provide comprehensive training when you join as well as continued development and training throughout your career. We offer a competitive salary and annual bonus scheme, one of our talent partners can discuss this in more detail with you.
If you have the right skills and experience and want to join our team, apply today. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Additional Info The annualized base salary range for this role is $183,000 to $325,000 and is bonus eligible. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs and market demand.
Hologic, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer inclusive of disability and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr