About company- Mid size Indian pharma company with multiple manufcaturing sites
We are seeking a highly skilled Patent Professional with expertise in intellectual property (IP) due diligence to support our R&D and business teams in evaluating patent landscapes, conducting prior-art searches, and assessing IP risks related to mergers, acquisitions, licensing, and partnerships.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharma (API), coupled with experience in patent analysis and IP strategy. Candidates with experience in API IPR domain will be preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare IP landscape reports to support research and development (R&D) initiatives.
Conduct ROS clearance, polymorph evaluation, patentability, validity/invalidity, freedom-to-operate, and infringement searches within the API domain.
Support patent prosecution activities, including invention disclosure reviews and patent application drafting.
Additional responsibilities:
Analyze competitor IP portfolios and market trends to provide insights for business decisions.
Monitor global patent filings, litigations and approval trends.
Qualifications & Skills:
Education: M Sc (Organic chemistry/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry) OR M Pharm (Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Analysis) or Ph.D. in Organic chemistry, or a related field.
Experience: 8-15 years of experience in patent analysis and IP due diligence, specifically API IPR
Must have...
Technical Skills: Proficiency in patent databases (USPTO, EPO, WIPO, etc.), IP analytics tools, and legal frameworks governing patents.
Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex scientific data and patent claims.
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports and presenting findings.
Attention to Detail: Ability to conduct thorough research and provide accurate assessments.
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