Senior US Patent Counsel: Life Sciences & IP Strategy

argenx US; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

argenx US is seeking an experienced US patent attorney to drive IP strategy and value creation for breakthroughs in autoimmune diseases. You will lead patent portfolios, coordinate global prosecution, and partner with scientists to protect innovations across multiple jurisdictions.

This role emphasizes strategic thinking, collaboration with project teams, and diligence in licensing, collaborations, and potential M&A.

Qualifications

• US JD with bar membership and USPTO registration.
• 8+ years of broad life sciences patent experience.
• Curiosity and appetite for agentic working to explore AI-enabled workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative, business-aligned patent protection and enforcement strategies.
• Lead portfolio execution and manage external counsel globally.
• Translate science and patent issues into actionable recommendations for product development.

Skills

Strategic IP thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation

Scientific acumen

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

USPTO registration

Job description

argenx US is seeking an experienced US patent attorney to drive IP strategy and value creation for breakthroughs in autoimmune diseases. You will lead patent portfolios, coordinate global prosecution, and partner with scientists to protect innovations across multiple jurisdictions.

This role emphasizes strategic thinking, collaboration with project teams, and diligence in licensing, collaborations, and potential M&A.