VP, Intellectual Property – Biologics
Core
Strategic leadership of intellectual property efforts for the US-based biologics portfolio, including patent prosecution, enforcement, and litigation management.
Role type
VP, Intellectual Property (Biologics)
Builds
IP strategy and portfolio management for biopharmaceutical biologics
Domain
Biopharmaceuticals / Biologics / Neuroscience
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Patent prosecution, IP litigation management, IP due diligence, FTO analysis, budget forecasting, team leadership, strategic counseling
Preferred skills
Biology or chemistry advanced degree, California bar admission, biosimilar litigation expertise
Technologies
USPTO practice
Responsibilities
Oversee in-house patent team and outside counsel for US biologics portfolio; Lead IP due diligence and FTO analyses for M&A and partnerships; Counsel senior management and board on IP strategy and risks; Manage biosimilar litigation and regulatory exclusivity aspects; Generate budgets and forecasts for IP activities; Mentor IP team members.
Seniority
VP, strategic leadership & management