Associate Director/Director, Intellectual Property (Patent Counsel)

Tessera Therapeutics; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Patent Counsel to join their dynamic team in a fast-paced environment. This role involves driving the development of an intellectual property estate to support groundbreaking innovations in genetic medicines. You will work closely with scientists and corporate development teams, providing legal guidance on IP landscape assessments and patent filings. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in intellectual property law, particularly in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, and demonstrate excellent communication and analytical skills. Join a collaborative team dedicated to pioneering advancements in genetic medicine.

Benefits

Group medical coverage

Vision and dental coverage

401(k) with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Group life and disability insurance

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience as an IP Counsel, with law firm and in-house experience.
• Strong command of U.S. and international IP laws, especially in biotech.

Responsibilities

• Drive the expansion of an intellectual property estate supporting Gene Writing.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications for innovation and technology.

Skills

Intellectual Property Law

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Creative Thinking

Team Collaboration

Business Acumen

Education

J.D. degree

MS/PhD in Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology or Biochemistry

Job description

Associate Director/Director, Intellectual Property (Patent Counsel)

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States

Minimum Qualifications:

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school, admission to a state bar and in good standing and registered to practice before, and in good standing with, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• 6+ years of experience as an IP Counsel; some law firm experience required; additional in-house experience ideal.
• Significant prior legal experience in the pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology fields, with an emphasis on preparation, prosecution, and IP analysis, preferably directed to genetic medicines, nucleic acid therapies, and delivery technologies.
• MS/PhD in Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology or Biochemistry.
• Excellent writing, analytical and communication skills, including demonstrated ability to provide specific, accurate, and concise advice to management (both written and verbal).
• Organized, detail-oriented, and strong abilities to work in teams.
• Strong prioritizing skills and ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities concurrently, and quickly adjust to shifting priorities and timelines to deliver results.
• Creative and strategic thinking; willingness to be bold and take risks; the ability to recognize and learn from failure; flexible, agile, personable, a team-oriented approach; an ability to think “out-of-the-box” and operate in a fast-paced, early stage, small company environment.
• A collaborative mindset that is open to giving and receiving ideas, perspectives, and feedback working with a diverse range of individuals and audiences.
• Proven ability to set and meet ambitious deadlines, handle numerous multifaceted legal issues, and see projects through to conclusion.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to creatively resolve business issues.

Responsibilities:

• Working both independently and as part of a collaborative team to drive the expansion and development of an intellectual property estate to support Tessera Therapeutics' pioneering Gene Writing vision, with primary responsibility for IP landscape strategy, including assessment of third-party IP, and responsibility for innovation and technology patent filings.
• Perform and advise teams on IP landscape, patentability, FTO, and due diligence assessments.
• Participate in weekly interactions with Corporate Development and R&D to review IP landscape.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications directed to innovation and technology.
• Partner with, and advise, Corporate Development across a range of contract matters (CDAs, MTAs, collaboration agreements, etc.), review proposed disclosures, and related activities.
• Liaise with and oversee external legal counsel.
• Maintain and manage licensing and patent related documents.

About You:

You are an experienced Patent Counsel who thrives working in a fast-paced, highly interactive environment with a broad range of intellectual property matters helping to build and maintain a strong IP portfolio, protecting a broad range of internal and in-licensed innovation and technology. You are excited about working closely with Scientists, Corporate Development, management, and outside counsel. You have excellent command of U.S. and international intellectual property laws and expertise in building complex patent estates for genetic medicines platforms and products. You are a driven, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual who is comfortable multitasking and working independently on various aspects of the platform. You are interested in joining a dynamic, rapidly growing, and highly collaborative team.

Tessera offers a competitive package of base and incentive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the health, wellness and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits currently include group medical, vision and dental coverage, group life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company contribution, tuition reimbursement, and much more.

Company Summary:

Tessera Therapeutics is pioneering Gene Writing— a new biotechnology designed to offer scientists and clinicians the ability to write small and large therapeutic messages into the genome, thereby curing diseases at their source. Gene Writing holds the potential to become a new category in genetic medicine, building upon recent breakthroughs in gene therapy and gene editing while eliminating important limitations in their reach, utilization, and efficacy. Tessera Therapeutics was founded by Flagship Pioneering, a life sciences innovation enterprise that conceives, resources, and develops first-in-category companies to transform human health and sustainability.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Tessera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic identified by federal, state, or local laws where we operate. Tessera provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. To begin an interactive dialogue with Tessera regarding a reasonable accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied, please contact the recruiter or [e-mail].

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Tessera Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to Tessera Therapeutics or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by Tessera Therapeutics’ internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Tessera Therapeutics, and Tessera Therapeutics will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.

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