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Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Intellectual Property Director

Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc., Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Description Core 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

Required

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

Preferred

Strong background in pharmaceutical industry preferably at a publicly traded US company

Admission to practice in patent matters before the USPTO

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.

The total compensation package for this position will also include incentive compensation and benefits such as health insurance, unlimited paid time off, parental leave, a 401k matching program, and other benefits to its employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you reside in a state or locality with enacted pay transparency laws, you are entitled to request and receive additional details regarding compensation and benefits. For assistance, please contact us at 202-524-8238 between 8:00 AM and 5:30 PM ET, Monday through Friday.

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