VP of Intellectual Property Strategy — Biotech Therapeutics

Trimaren Human Capital Partners, LLC; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 190,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Biotech in Massachusetts seeks a Vice President, Intellectual Property to lead IP strategy for a differentiated therapeutic platform. You will guide patent positioning, lifecycle management, and cross-functional collaboration with science and business leaders.

The role demands 15+ years in life sciences IP, J.D., and advanced technical background; on-site in MA with leadership responsibilities and external counsel oversight.

Qualifications

• J.D. with bar membership in good standing; advanced scientific training preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive IP experience in life sciences; VP-level scope and judgment.
• Expertise in patent prosecution, portfolio strategy, and due diligence.
• Strong ability to translate science into patent positions and business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a comprehensive IP strategy aligned to antibody-based platform.
• Partner with discovery, translational, clinical, regulatory, and business leaders to identify protectable inventions.
• Lead preparation, review, and prosecution strategy for global patent filings.
• Evaluate competitive IP landscapes and provide actionable risk and opportunity guidance.
• Support partnering and licensing by structuring IP positions for external discussions.
• Oversee relationships with outside counsel and advisors, ensuring cost discipline.
• Translate scientific concepts into precise legal/business terms for executive use.
• Build scalable IP processes, governance, and confidentiality protections.

Skills

IP strategy

Patent prosecution

Portfolio management

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory awareness

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Ph.D. in biology/biochemistry/immunology/chemistry or related

Job description

Confidential Biotech in Massachusetts seeks a Vice President, Intellectual Property to lead IP strategy for a differentiated therapeutic platform. You will guide patent positioning, lifecycle management, and cross-functional collaboration with science and business leaders.

The role demands 15+ years in life sciences IP, J.D., and advanced technical background; on-site in MA with leadership responsibilities and external counsel oversight.