Strategic IP Counsel for Breakthrough Medical Research

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Toronto is looking for an Intellectual Property Counsel to join its Legal Affairs Department. The role involves providing strategic intellectual property advice, managing patent prosecution, and supporting commercialization efforts. Candidates should have a law degree and significant experience in patent law. This position offers a permanent full-time contract with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive offer packages

Access to Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for development and promotions

Corporate discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Completion of an undergraduate or graduate degree with a scientific/technical background and a Bachelors Degree in Law.
• A designated Canadian and/or US patent agent.
• Minimum four (4) years of practical experience.
• Significant patent law and prosecution knowledge required.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with legal and business colleagues.
• Excellent communication skills and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for selecting and prosecuting high priority IP assets.
• Provide expert patent prosecution advice to commercialization colleagues.
• Act as a liaison between licensing and legal teams.
• Participate in training for UHN personnel on legal and regulatory matters.

Skills

Patent law knowledge

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Time management

Education

Bachelors Degree in Law

Undergraduate or graduate degree in scientific/technical background

Job description

A leading health organization in Toronto is looking for an Intellectual Property Counsel to join its Legal Affairs Department. The role involves providing strategic intellectual property advice, managing patent prosecution, and supporting commercialization efforts. Candidates should have a law degree and significant experience in patent law. This position offers a permanent full-time contract with competitive benefits.