Sr. Director - Patent Counsel - Genetic Medicines

Eli Lilly UK

Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Base: $214,500 - $314,600; bonus/equity: compyny b...
Drafting and prosecuting global patent applications
Analyzing freedom to operate and litigation risks
Providing strategic counsel on exclusivity and contracts
The role involves providing solutions-oriented counseling for issues facing the company in the discovery, development, and commercialization of genetic medicines

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing solutions-oriented counseling for issues facing the company in the discovery, development, and commercialization of genetic medicines.
  • Candidates will draft and prosecute globally patent applications primarily related to gene therapies, cell therapies, RNA therapies, and therapeutic oligonucleotides.
  • Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), pension, and flexible benefits to eligible employees.

Matching Summary

The role involves providing solutions-oriented counseling for issues facing the company in the discovery, development, and commercialization of genetic medicines.

Salary

Base: $214,500 - $314,600; Bonus/Equity: Company bonus depending on performance; Benefits: Comprehensive program including 401(k), pension, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Drafting and prosecuting global patent applications
  • Analyzing freedom to operate and litigation risks
  • Providing strategic counsel on exclusivity and contracts

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative partner working across management levels
  • Ability to influence and lead in dynamic environments
  • High learning agility and adaptability to change

Key Requirements

  • Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) degree required
  • Four or more years post-JD experience as a patent attorney
  • Licensed to practice law in at least one US state
  • USPTO registration to represent clients in patent matters
  • Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

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