Senior Counsel - Intellectual Property

Qnity; Marlborough (MA); Hybride; USD 169 000 - 266 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Qnity in Marlborough, MA is seeking an experienced Senior Counsel - Intellectual Property to protect and advance its innovation portfolio. You will lead US and international patent preparation, prosecution, and strategy, partnering with R&D, engineering, and business teams to enable growth.

The role requires a JD, USPTO registration, and at least five years in IP law, with both in-house and firm experience preferred.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active state bar admission in good standing.
• USPTO registration and ability to practice.

Responsabilités

• Lead US and international patent preparation, prosecution, and management with inventors, R&D, and outside counsel.
• Provide strategic IP counsel on commercialization, licensing, collaborations, and M&A.
• Advise on IP risks and opportunities to align with corporate objectives.
• Support patent litigation and enforcement efforts with external counsel.
• Partner with senior leadership to grow and govern the company’s IP function.

Connaissances

Patent strategy

Legal analysis

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem-solving

Technical appreciation

Formation

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

USPTO Registration

Technical degree (Chemistry/Materials)

Description du poste

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics.

At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries – we’re a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge.

All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible.

We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.

Position Summary

Qnity is seeking an experienced Senior Counsel - Intellectual Property to play a critical role in protecting and advancing the company's innovation portfolio. Reporting to the Chief IP Counsel, this individual will lead patent-related legal activities, including patent preparation and prosecution, freedom-to-operate (FTO) analysis, patent litigation support, IP transactions, and strategic counseling.

This position partners closely with R&D, engineering, product management, regulatory, commercial, and executive leadership teams to develop and execute intellectual property strategies that support business growth and competitive advantage. The ideal candidate combines deep patent expertise with strong business acumen, technical proficiency, and the ability to influence stakeholders across a global organization.

This is a Hybrid role that consists of both In-Office and Remote work requirements. Candidates who currently live within a commutable distance to Marlborough, MA will be given priority.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity now or in the future.

What You'll Do

• Lead the preparation, prosecution, and management of U.S. and international patent portfolios, partnering with inventors, R&D, and outside counsel to protect key innovations.
• Conduct patentability assessments, freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses, and patent risk evaluations to support product development and business strategy.
• Provide strategic IP counsel on commercialization, licensing, collaborations, M&A activities, and other technology-driven initiatives.
• Advise business and technical teams on intellectual property risks, opportunities, and best practices to align IP strategy with corporate objectives.
• Support patent litigation, opposition proceedings, enforcement activities, and dispute resolution efforts in collaboration with external counsel.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, building strong partnerships across legal, technical, commercial, and operational teams while helping develop the company's IP function.

Required Qualifications

What We Are Looking For

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
• Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Technical degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of intellectual property legal experience, preferably combining law firm and in-house counsel experience.
• Proven experience drafting, prosecuting, and managing U.S. and international patent portfolios.
• Demonstrated experience conducting freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses and providing patent risk assessments.
• Experience supporting patent litigation and intellectual property dispute matters.
• Experience negotiating complex technology, licensing, collaboration, or related commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of patent law, intellectual property strategy, and portfolio management.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business guidance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the semiconductor, advanced materials, specialty chemicals, electronics, or technology industries.
• Knowledge of electronic materials and semiconductor-related technologies, including: Semiconductor fabrication Lithography Advanced packaging Metallization Display technologies
• Experience supporting global intellectual property portfolios and international patent strategies.
• Prior in-house counsel experience supporting innovation-driven organizations.
• Experience managing outside counsel and global patent budgets.
• Experience supporting M&A transactions, licensing programs, and technology partnerships.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience, including mentoring, coaching, or direct management responsibilities.
• Advanced understanding of intellectual property due diligence and portfolio valuation.

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Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.

Qnity offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.

We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance our recruitment process.

The Pay range for this role is $169,400.00 - $266,200.00 Annual

How Base Pay is Determined: Qnity has job leveling frameworks that help organize roles based on progressive levels of responsibility, proficiency and qualifications. Each role has an associated pay range (or an established pay rate for some roles) based on the competitive market in each country where we operate. Each individual’s pay is based on a variety of factors, including their role and the associated pay range for that role, their geographic location (i.e., country, state, metropolitan area), as well as their skills, experience, education and certifications, and performance.