Merus
Associate Director, U.S. Patent Agent
Department:
IP
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
Cambridge, MA
Description
The Associate Director, U.S. Patent Agent will play a critical role in shaping and protecting the company's 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 Company's 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, you'll 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, you'll have the chance to join us as we close in on cancer - everything you do matters at Merus.
Department:
IP
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
Cambridge, MA
Description
The Associate Director, U.S. Patent Agent will play a critical role in shaping and protecting the company's 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 Company's 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, you'll 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, you'll have the chance to join us as we close in on cancer - everything you do matters at Merus.