Lead Intellectual Property Counsel

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Annual discretionary bonus

Comprehensive health care coverage

Retirement savings plan

Leave benefits

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Lead Intellectual Property Counsel in Princeton, NJ. The ideal candidate will manage patent litigations, secure freedom-to-operate for products, and advise on pharmaceutical patent law. Requires a Juris Doctor, at least 8 years of experience, and the ability to work independently. Strong leadership skills preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of patent litigation experience.
• Licensed to practice in New Jersey or eligible for New Jersey in-house counsel license.
• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage patent litigations in North America.
• Secure freedom-to-operate for Dr. Reddy’s products.
• Advise internal stakeholders on pharmaceutical patent and regulatory law.

Skills

Patent litigation experience

Experience in Hatch-Waxman matters

Leadership

Independent work ability

Education

Juris Doctor from a recognized law school

Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering

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At Dr. Reddy's "Good Health Can't Wait"

By joining Dr. Reddy’s, you will contribute to making the breakthroughs of tomorrow a reality today! From making medicines more affordable to discovering innovative treatment options to satisfy unmet medical needs, we are dedicated to helping people lead longer and healthier lives. We are seeking dynamic and energetic individuals ready to inspire, ready to make a difference for their community and every community.

Company Description

At Dr. Reddy's "Good Health Can't Wait"

By joining Dr. Reddy’s, you will contribute to making the breakthroughs of tomorrow a reality today! From making medicines more affordable to discovering innovative treatment options to satisfy unmet medical needs, we are dedicated to helping people lead longer and healthier lives. We are seeking dynamic and energetic individuals ready to inspire, ready to make a difference for their community and every community.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Dr. Reddy’s, we are deeply committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and is valued for their contributions to the team. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the role and are open to exploring candidates with a less traditional background.

Job Description

We are seeking an Intellectual Property (IP) Counsel to join our Princeton, NJ office . This role will report directly to the Head of Intellectual Property for North America

As an Attorney in the IP department, you will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to design and implement IP strategies to advance Dr. Reddy’s interest to provide affordable health care solutions. This role will provide counsel on patent litigations in North America (both small and large molecule), and be responsible for the entire life-cycle of a project from selection to launch and will require extensive interaction with Portfolio, R&D, Business Development, and Regulatory Affairs.

Responsibilities:

• Manage patent litigations in North America, including ANDA/ANDS, 505(b)(2) and biosimilar litigations, including post-grant patent office proceedings by developing and implementing claims and defenses
• Secure freedom-to-operate for Dr Reddy’s products, including clearance of Orange Book and unlisted patents for the bulk API, route of synthesis, finished dosage form and polymorphs
• Prepare ANDA patent certifications and the corresponding notice letters and detailed statements
• Examine patents, file histories, prior art, ongoing litigations, and citizen’s petitions for possible Paragraph IV and related strategies for ANDA/ANDS, 505(b)(2), and BPCIA products
• Conduct IP due diligence and provide IP support towards business development activities
• Manage drafting and prosecution of patent applications
• Advise internal stakeholders on all aspects of pharmaceutical patent and regulatory law, including exclusivity issues and launch scenarios
  
  

Qualifications

Educational qualification: A Juris Doctor from a recognized, accredited law school and licensed to practice in New Jersey or in at least one other state with eligibility to apply for limited New Jersey in-house counsel legal license. Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office preferred

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering. Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or similar discipline preferred. Advanced degree highly preferred
  
  

Minimum work experience: 8+ years of patent litigation experience, including significant experience in Hatch-Waxman matters

Skills & attributes:

• Patent litigation experience.
• Significant experience in Hatch-Waxman matters.
• Exhibit leadership by example, effort and attitude.
• Ability to work independently.
  
  

Additional Information

Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of U.S. or otherwise authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring visa transfer or sponsorship, now or in the future.

Dr.Reddy's Laboratories offers a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined on the basis of role, experience, skill set and location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including comprehensive health care coverage, retirement savings plan and leave benefits. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Our Work Culture

Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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