Patent Counsel

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp

Rahway, New Jersey, United States
Base: $206,200.00 - $324,600.00; bonus/equity: ann...
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Drafting and prosecuting patent applications
Freedom to operate analyses
Ip due diligence for business development
** Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp is seeking a Patent Counsel to support its R&D teams in Rahway, New Jersey. The role requires expertise in intellectual property law and a strong scientific background to draft and prosecute patent applications for biopharmaceutical innovations. **

Job Summary

  • This role involves working directly with internal R&D teams to identify inventions and build robust intellectual property portfolios for cutting-edge biopharmaceutical products.
  • The successful candidate will support diverse programs across discovery, development, manufacturing, and commercialization while interacting with major business areas including regulatory and legal functions.
  • Employees are eligible for an annual bonus, long-term incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Matching Summary

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** Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp is seeking a Patent Counsel to support its R&D teams in Rahway, New Jersey. The role requires expertise in intellectual property law and a strong scientific background to draft and prosecute patent applications for biopharmaceutical innovations. **

Salary

Base: $206,200.00 - $324,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Drafting and prosecuting patent applications
  • Freedom to operate analyses
  • IP due diligence for business development

Nice-to-have

  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Proactive initiative taking
  • Confident communication with senior leaders

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in biological, pharmaceutical, or chemical sciences
  • Graduate of an accredited US law school
  • Registered to practice before the USPTO
  • Member in good standing of a Bar of at least one state or DC
  • Five or more years of experience as an attorney
  • Strong technical background in biological sciences

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