Senior Patent Attorney

Roche

Shanghai, China
Not specified, but based on company culture and role requirements, likely hybrid.
8 years patent law experience
Pharmaceutical industry ip knowledge
Chinese patent law expertise
Roche is seeking a Senior Patent Attorney in Shanghai, China, to provide legal guidance primarily in patent law, with additional responsibilities in other areas of intellectual property. The ideal candidate will have at least eight years of experience in patent law within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sectors and possess a strong understanding of Chinese and foreign patent laws

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing legal guidance with a primary focus on patent law and secondary focus on other intellectual property areas.
  • Candidates will manage IP matters for R&D projects and contribute to re-examination and invalidation proceedings.
  • Roche offers a culture that encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections where every voice matters.

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Roche is seeking a Senior Patent Attorney in Shanghai, China, to provide legal guidance primarily in patent law, with additional responsibilities in other areas of intellectual property. The ideal candidate will have at least eight years of experience in patent law within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sectors and possess a strong understanding of Chinese and foreign patent laws.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8 years patent law experience
  • Pharmaceutical industry IP knowledge
  • Chinese patent law expertise
  • Foreign patent laws EU US JP
  • Small molecule discovery research

Nice-to-have

  • Legal bar qualification preferred
  • Proactive and self-motivated leadership
  • Effective presentation skills
  • Troubleshooting capabilities
  • Setting priorities for multiple tasks

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in organic chemistry or related field
  • Ph.D. preferred
  • Patent bar qualification required
  • Minimum 8 years practicing patent law
  • Fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese

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Not specified

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