Senior Counsel, Intellectual Property Litigation

BioSpace; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Bonus program

Stock-based incentives

Paid time off

Job summary

Amgen seeks a Senior Counsel Intellectual Property Litigation to lead U.S. and international patent disputes, collaborating with outside counsel and in-house teams. You will shape case strategy, manage discovery, prepare for trial, and contribute to broader IP strategies across Amgen's research and business initiatives.

Remote work within the US is possible; preferred based in Thousand Oaks, California. Requires JD/LLM and strong litigation experience in biotech IP matters.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree or LL.M. degree from an accredited law school, admission to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction and four (4) years of experience practicing Intellectual Property law.
• Seven (7) years of patent litigation experience, 4+ years in biotech matters.
• Trial experience (bench or jury) and US biosimilar litigation experience.
• Excellent analytic, legal drafting, and oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and client-service focus with ability to manage teams.
• Some exposure to foreign adversarial proceedings (patent/ SPC enforcement, oppositions, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and in teams, manage multi-dimensional projects.
• Negotiating and drafting confidentiality agreements and protective orders.
• USPTO registration.

Responsibilities

• Involved in all aspects of U.S. and international patent disputes, from issue identification through resolution.
• Develop and drive case strategies as an active team member with outside counsel and in-house staff.
• Hands-on involvement in witness interviews, discovery, depositions, motion and brief drafting, and trial preparation.
• Counsel on intellectual property strategies across Amgen's business and research endeavors.

Skills

IP litigation

Legal drafting

Oral advocacy

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Education

J.D. or LL.M.

Job description

Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.

Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, youll 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, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Senior Counsel Intellectual Property Litigation

What You Will Do

Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will have direct involvement and shared responsibility in all aspects of U.S. and international patent disputes, in both judicial and administrative tribunals, from initial issue identification through resolution.

Working in partnership with outside counsel and other in-house attorneys and staff, the Senior Counsel will develop and drive case strategies as an active team member, including all infringement, validity, and enforceability positions. In addition, the Senior Counsel will have hands‑on involvement in such things as witness interviews, discovery (production, support and/or conduct of depositions, drafting of discovery responses), motion and brief drafting, trial preparation (including witness selection and preparation, selection of trial exhibits, drafting of jury instructions, etc.), and participation at trial and on appeal.

In addition to litigating patent issues, the Senior Counsel will also be responsible for developing and counseling others on intellectual property strategies associated with Amgens business and research endeavors.

15% 20% domestic and global travel anticipated.

It is preferred that this role be based in Thousand Oaks, California. However, the role may also be located remotely in the US. The role requires the ability to work client group hours as needed.

What We Expect Of You

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

Basic Qualifications

J.D. degree or LL.M. degree from an accredited law school, admission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction and four (4) years of experience practicing Intellectual Property law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in the sciences and a working understanding of molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, cellular biology, protein chemistry or the like
• Seven (7) years of experience litigating U.S. patent disputes in federal and/or administrative courts, 4+ years of which involved biotechnology-related matters
• Trial experience (bench or jury)
• U.S. biosimilar litigation experience
• Demonstrated management and leadership skills (including law firm or corporate experience having managed others) combined with a strong client service focus
• Excellent analytic, legal drafting, and oral and written communication skills
• Some exposure to foreign adversarial proceedings (patent or SPC enforcement proceedings, nullity actions, PMNOC proceedings, oppositions, biosimilar litigation, etc.)
• Ability to work independently and in teams, work efficiently, prioritize workflow, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-dimensional projects
• Working with experts on scientific and remedies related issues
• Negotiating and drafting confidential disclosure agreements, protective orders and settlement agreements and participating in mediations
• USPTO registration

What You Can Expect Of 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, well 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 where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

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.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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.