Scorpion Therapeutics
Intellectual Property Director
Scorpion Therapeutics, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Role Summary
Intellectual Property Director. Role focuses on managing and developing the patent portfolio, coordinating with the legal department on patent litigation, and engaging in continuous learning to handle highly technical topics. Responsibilities include performing related duties as needed.
Responsibilities
Support the management and development of Vanda’s patent portfolio
Coordinate with Vanda legal department to support Vanda’s patent litigation efforts
Learn something new every day; become conversant in dozens of highly technical topics; develop proficiencies
Perform other related duties as requested or as responsibilities dictate
Qualifications
8+ years’ experience in patent prosecution and portfolio management
PhD in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, bioengineering, or other related field
Strong interpersonal skills, work ethic, and ability to work independently
Ability to identify underlying issues in complex situations
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to juggle multiple priorities, organize time, meet deadlines, and handle highly confidential information with discretion
Ability to make decisions and justify legal recommendations
Customer service oriented with a positive attitude
Willingness to 'roll up your sleeves' and learn every day
Strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite
Skills
Patent prosecution
Portfolio management
Legal coordination for patent litigation
Technical proficiency across biological/chemical disciplines
Communication
Decision making and discretion
Education
PhD in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related field
Additional Requirements
Job title may vary based on candidate's level of experience
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation; however, reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would impose undue hardship
Travel requirements not specified
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Responsibilities
Support the management and development of Vanda’s patent portfolio
Coordinate with Vanda legal department to support Vanda’s patent litigation efforts
Learn something new every day; become conversant in dozens of highly technical topics; develop proficiencies
Perform other related duties as requested or as responsibilities dictate
Qualifications
8+ years’ experience in patent prosecution and portfolio management
PhD in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, bioengineering, or other related field
Strong interpersonal skills, work ethic, and ability to work independently
Ability to identify underlying issues in complex situations
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to juggle multiple priorities, organize time, meet deadlines, and handle highly confidential information with discretion
Ability to make decisions and justify legal recommendations
Customer service oriented with a positive attitude
Willingness to 'roll up your sleeves' and learn every day
Strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite
Skills
Patent prosecution
Portfolio management
Legal coordination for patent litigation
Technical proficiency across biological/chemical disciplines
Communication
Decision making and discretion
Education
PhD in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related field
Additional Requirements
Job title may vary based on candidate's level of experience
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation; however, reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would impose undue hardship
Travel requirements not specified
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