Senior Director - Patent Counsel

Eli Lilly

Indianapolis, IN, US
Base: $195,000 - $286,000; bonus: compyny bonus de...
Drafting and prosecuting patent applications
Experience with antibodies and biologics
Freedom to operate and litigation risk analysis
The role involves drafting and prosecuting pharmaceutical patent applications primarily related to antibodies and biologic therapeutics

Job Summary

  • The role involves drafting and prosecuting pharmaceutical patent applications primarily related to antibodies and biologic therapeutics.
  • Candidates will advise senior management on exclusivity, freedom to operate, and litigation risks consistent with Lilly policies.
  • The company offers a comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and wellness benefits.

Matching Summary

The role involves drafting and prosecuting pharmaceutical patent applications primarily related to antibodies and biologic therapeutics.

Salary

Base: $195,000 - $286,000; Bonus: Company bonus depending on performance; Benefits: Comprehensive program including 401(k) and medical

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Drafting and prosecuting patent applications
  • Experience with antibodies and biologics
  • Freedom to operate and litigation risk analysis
  • Leading inter and ex parte challenges
  • Collaboration with business leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Small molecule patent application experience
  • Previous scientific position in drug discovery
  • Proactive problem-solving in dynamic environments
  • Innovative approach to patent strategies
  • High learning agility and adaptability

Key Requirements

  • Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) Degree
  • Minimum four years post-JD patent attorney experience
  • At least 4 years experience with antibodies and biologics
  • Licensed to practice law in at least one US State
  • USPTO patent bar license required
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the United States

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