Senior Associate Paralegal, Patent Litigation

Amgen SA; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen is seeking a Senior Associate Paralegal for its Patent Litigation team in Thousand Oaks. The role involves document management and support in U.S. and international patent cases. Ideal candidates will have relevant paralegal experience and a commitment to serving patients through innovative solutions.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Discretionary annual bonus program

Stock-based long-term incentives

Flexible work models

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of paralegal experience or equivalent.
• Experience with complex US litigation and patent law preferred.
• Proficient in litigation management software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain case files and document collection database.
• Assist with discovery and trial preparation.
• Work with the litigation team on support tasks.

Skills

Document management

Trial preparation

Discovery experience

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Litigation management software

Job description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Senior Associate Paralegal, Patent Litigation

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will be responsible for all aspects of support in patent litigation, including large, complex U.S. cases and a variety of Ex-US matters.

• Document management and organization (including maintaining case files and document collection/production database coding and organization)
• Assist in all aspects of discovery (including witness interviewing and electronic and paper document collection), trial preparation, trial support and case management as a member of the litigation team.
• May also assist with other related duties in the Litigation and Patent departments as needed.
• The candidate must be within a commutable distance to the Thousand Oaks office because we periodically have obligations to be on campus for projects and meetings.
• The candidate must be willing to travel for a variety of projects.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Master’s degree

Or

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of paralegal experience

Or

Associate’s degree and 6 years of paralegal experience

Or

High school diploma / GED and 8 years of paralegal experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• AA or BA and/or completion of an ABA-approved legal assistant/paralegal program
• Experience with patent litigation
• Proficiency in a variety of litigation management software and comfortable adapting as systems are updated
• Discovery experience (document collection, review, production) and some trial experience with complex US Litigation, including experience analyzing case documents for various projects.
• Complex litigation experience in a paralegal role, preferably at a mid to large size law firm

What you can expect from us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans
• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.