Senior IP Counsel – Biotech Patents & Licensing

Husch Blackwell; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Husch Blackwell LLP is seeking an Intellectual Property Senior Associate or Senior Counsel with a minimum of six years of experience. The ideal candidate will be registered with the USPTO and hold a Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Biotechnology Engineering, or a related field.

The role focuses on global patent prosecution, portfolio management, and complex technology transactions. Experience in licensing, due diligence for M&A, and strong communication skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Six or more years of intellectual property experience.
• Registered with the USPTO or willing to obtain registration.
• Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Biotechnology Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Global patent prosecution and portfolio management.
• Freedom to operate and patent clearance work.
• Licensing and other technology transactions.
• Due diligence related to mergers and acquisitions.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Portfolio management

Licensing

Due diligence

Technology transactions

Education

Ph.D. in Biotechnology or related field

USPTO-registered attorney

Job description

Husch Blackwell LLP is seeking an Intellectual Property Senior Associate or Senior Counsel with a minimum of six years of experience. The ideal candidate will be registered with the USPTO and hold a Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Biotechnology Engineering, or a related field.

The role focuses on global patent prosecution, portfolio management, and complex technology transactions. Experience in licensing, due diligence for M&A, and strong communication skills are highly valued.