Intellectual Property Expert Saudi Arabia

Eva Pharma; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is looking for an Intellectual Property Expert to enhance human health and well-being. The ideal candidate will conduct FTO analyses, assess IP risks, and support product development strategies. A Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy and experience in the generic pharmaceutical industry are required. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and excellence in Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of direct experience in an Intellectual Property role.
• Experience within the generic pharmaceutical industry is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct FTO analyses and patent landscape reviews.
• Assess IP risks for NDAs and SFDA submissions.
• Provide recommendations on product selection and development strategies.
• Draft formal FTO opinions and manage documentation.
• Develop strategies to challenge weak patents.
• Complete KSA product registrations from an IP perspective.

Skills

FTO analysis

Patent landscape reviews

Risk assessment

Regulatory submission support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy

Law degree or qualification in Intellectual Property law

Job description

Join EVA Pharma, a leading pharmaceutical company dedicated to empowering the fight for Health and well-being as a fundamental human right. Recognized and certified as a best place to work, we are committed to fostering a supportive and innovative environment for our team members.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a passionate and talented Intellectual Property Expert Saudi Arabia to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will contribute to our mission of enhancing human health and well-being, ensuring that we meet the highest standards of excellence in our industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough FTO analyses and patent landscape reviews for potential generic product candidates prior to development and launch.
• Identify, assess, and quantify IP risks associated with New Drug Applications (NDAs) and Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA) submissions.
• Provide clear, actionable, and risk-weighted recommendations to the Portfolio Management, R&D, and Business Development teams on product selection and development strategies.
• Draft formal FTO opinions and manage documentation to support business decisions.
• Develop strategies to challenge weak or invalid patents through opposition procedures.
• Ensure all KSA product registrations are complete from an IP perspective for regulatory submissions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy.
• A law degree and/or a specialized qualification in Intellectual Property law is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of direct experience in an IP role,with a strong preference for experience within the generic pharmaceutical industry.