Remote Global IP Director, Neuroscience

Jazz Pharmaceuticals; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 288,000 - 432,000; Full time

Job summary

Jazz Pharmaceuticals, a global biopharma company, seeks an Executive Director, Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property (IP) to lead the global IP function. You will develop strategies for neuroscience assets and advise cross-functional teams on IP matters.

You will supervise IP professionals, manage worldwide patent portfolios, and drive due diligence and licensing efforts. This role requires strong communication, strategic thinking, and experience in high-stakes IP decisions.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified US or European Patent Attorney with 12+ years IP experience in biopharma.
• Undergraduate degree in biological sciences, chemistry, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience managing IP practitioners and staff.
• Experience in due diligence, licensing, and collaborations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global IP strategies for neuroscience assets.
• Supervise IP team members and coordinate with stakeholders across the organization.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen the IP portfolio via collaboration and invention capture.
• Manage worldwide IP portfolios for in-licensed and internally developed assets.
• Provide IP support for corporate development, including due diligence and negotiations.
• Lead and participate in IP risk assessments, freedom-to-operate analyses, and regulatory exclusivity reviews.
• Manage outside counsel in worldwide patent prosecution and related work.
• Educate senior management on IP risks, opportunities, and awareness.

Skills

IP strategy

Team leadership

Patent prosecution

Due diligence

Communication

Education

Biological science degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

IP law practice management

Job description

Jazz Pharmaceuticals, a global biopharma company, seeks an Executive Director, Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property (IP) to lead the global IP function. You will develop strategies for neuroscience assets and advise cross-functional teams on IP matters.

You will supervise IP professionals, manage worldwide patent portfolios, and drive due diligence and licensing efforts. This role requires strong communication, strategic thinking, and experience in high-stakes IP decisions.