Patent Searcher, Biologist / Biochemist

AstraZeneca; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking an Intellectual Property Specialist to join their Global IP team in Mississauga. This role involves developing patent searches, analyzing results, and collaborating with teams to optimize search tools. Candidates should have a scientific degree in Biology or Biochemistry, along with experience in intellectual property and database searching. The company encourages innovation and collaboration in a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• Scientific degree in Biology or Biochemistry is required.
• Knowledge of Intellectual Property and patent search experience is essential.
• Ability to perform various database searches is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement patent searches and analyze results.
• Collaborate with suppliers to optimize search and analysis tools.
• Present findings to Global IP attorneys.

Skills

Scientific degree in Biology or Biochemistry

Knowledge of Intellectual Property and/or patent search experience

Ability to perform database searches using different strategies

Skilled at crafting efficient search strategies using professional search tools

Technical understanding of the pharmaceutical industry

Significant practical experience searching and reading scientific information

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Analytical approach and attention to detail

Skilled in time management

Education

Scientific degree in Biology or Biochemistry

Tools

STNext

Derwent Innovation

Orbit Intelligence

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to dive into the world of patents and intellectual property? As an Intellectual Property Specialist at AstraZeneca, you'll collaborate with our Global Intellectual Property team to deliver outstanding searching and analyses for our worldwide patent portfolio.

Your role will be pivotal in supporting in-licensing opportunities, conducting novelty and patentability searches, and running risks related to our patents. We are committed to cultivating your growth and expertise through both internal and external training opportunities.

Responsibilities

Accountabilities: In this dynamic role, you\'ll develop and implement patent searches, analyze the results, and present your findings to our Global IP attorneys. Applying different databases and search tools, you\'ll ensure comprehensive searches are conducted. Your analytical skills will be key in reviewing search outcomes and summarizing insights for our IP team. You’ll also collaborate with suppliers to optimize and tailor search and analysis tools, ensuring AstraZeneca has access to the most effective solutions.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Scientific degree in Biology or Biochemistry
• Knowledge of Intellectual Property and/or patent search experience
• Ability to perform database searches using different strategies and techniques, including biosequence searches.
• Skilled at crafting efficient search strategies using professional search tools such as STNext, Derwent Innovation, Orbit Intelligence, etc
• Technical understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, including both small and large molecule therapeutics, manufacturing and process development, and drug delivery
• Significant practical experience searching and reading scientific information
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work well both independently and collaboratively in a team
• An analytical approach, excellent attention to detail, skilled in time management, and goal oriented

Desirable Skills/Experience

• QPIP certification

Company and Work Arrangements

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That\'s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn\'t mean we\'re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

AstraZeneca offers a vibrant environment where you can embrace varied opportunities within a globally connected team. Here, you can work on intellectually stimulating challenges that genuinely impact patients\' lives. With access to great tools and smart people to learn from, you\'ll have the chance to experience multiple careers while being rewarded for your progression and contribution. Our commitment to innovation means you\'ll be part of a journey that reimagines the way we work, taking intelligent risks to drive change.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and become a trusted partner in our fast-growing organization!

Date Posted 21-Oct-2025

Closing Date 03-Nov-2025

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.