European Patent Attorneys (m/f/d)

Maiwald Patentanwalts GmbH; München; On-site; USD 69,694 - 116,158; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bicycle leasing through JobRad

Discounted EGYM Wellpass membership

Flexible working hours

Free beverages and fruit baskets

Individual training opportunities

Job summary

A leading patent law firm in Munich seeks a qualified individual with a strong focus on biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. Responsibilities include drafting and filing patent applications, handling opposition and nullity proceedings, and participating in freedom-to-operate analyses. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and has extensive experience in patent law. The firm offers flexible working hours, a supportive work culture, and modern workplace perks including bicycle leasing and discounts from various brands.

Qualifications

• Several years of professional experience in various technology areas.
• Experience in drafting oppositions and patent applications.
• Registered representative before the EPO.

Responsibilities

• Participation in and handling of opposition and nullity proceedings.
• Drafting and filing of patent applications in Germany and internationally.
• Involvement in patent infringement proceedings.

Skills

Biotechnology

Pharmaceuticals

Patent drafting

Excellent communication in English

Education

University degree in biology, biotechnology or a related field

Job description

with a focus on biotechnology or pharmaceuticals

• Participation in and handling of opposition and nullity proceedings
• Drafting and filing of patent applications in Germany and internationally
• Involvement in patent infringement proceedings as part of a team together with our attorneys-at-law
• Participation in freedom-to-operate analyses

Ihr Profil

• You have a university degree in biology, biotechnology or a related field
• Ideally, you have several years of professional experience in various technology areas, e.g. biotherapeutics, green biotech, antibodies, gene therapy, and stem cells
• You are a registered representative before the EPO
• You have experience in drafting oppositions and patent applications as well as in handling opposition and grant proceedings before the EPO
• You have experience in preparing FTO and validity opinions
• You set the highest standards for the quality of your work
• You are able to quickly grasp even complex technical and legal issues
• You have excellent communication skills in English

appreciative, open corporate culture with an open-door policy

bicycle leasing through JobRad

discounted EGYM Wellpass membership

discounts with well-known brands and providers as part of “Corporate Benefits”

flexible and family-friendly working hours as well as the option to work remotely

free beverages and fruit baskets

Individual training: diverse internal courses as well as external further education opportunities

modern workplace in the heart of Munich, directly at the central station

responsible and varied range of tasks

the opportunity to work in a motivated international team