VP, Intellectual Property & Patent Strategy

Akebia Therapeutics, Inc.; Cambridge, Northern (MA, KY); Hybride; USD 308 000 - 380 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work flexibility

Résumé du poste

Akebia Therapeutics, Inc. is seeking an experienced Vice President, Intellectual Property to lead the company’s IP function from Cambridge/Waltham, MA.

The role reports to the Chief Legal Officer and partners with R&D/CMC to develop patent opportunities and portfolio strategy, while guiding litigation and licensing due diligence. The successful candidate will be a strategic business partner and cultural leader, with extensive biopharma IP experience and strong cross-functional collaboration

Qualifications

• J.D. and admission to the Patent Bar is required.
• PhD in Organic Chemistry or Biology or related field is required/strongly preferred.
• Experience with small molecule and/or biologic patent matters is essential.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute the IP strategy for Akebia.
• File, prosecute, and manage patent applications with R&D/CMC teams.
• Advise executive leadership and board on IP matters and risk.
• Lead due diligence for licensing opportunities and manage litigation as needed.

Connaissances

Strong litigation experience

10+ years biopharma law experience

Relationship building

Interpersonal communication

Formation

J.D. and Patent Bar

PhD in Organic Chemistry or Biology

Description du poste

Akebia Therapeutics, Inc. is seeking an experienced Vice President, Intellectual Property to lead the company’s IP function from Cambridge/Waltham, MA.

The role reports to the Chief Legal Officer and partners with R&D/CMC to develop patent opportunities and portfolio strategy, while guiding litigation and licensing due diligence. The successful candidate will be a strategic business partner and cultural leader, with extensive biopharma IP experience and strong cross-functional collaboration