Senior IP Counsel

Required

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar, with eligibility to practice as in-house counsel in California.
• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• 4–7 years of relevant experience as a patent attorney in a law firm, corporate legal department, or both, with substantial experience supporting research tools relating to life sciences technologies.
• A technical degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, bioengineering, or a related discipline, with the ability to understand and evaluate complex biotechnology inventions.
• Substantial hands-on experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications, including developing claim strategies and working directly with inventors.
• Experience with freedom-to-operate analyses, international patent portfolios, IP agreements, or technology licensing.
• Experience building a patent portfolio that supports commercial objectives.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, including the ability to explain patent issues and business implications clearly to technical and nontechnical colleagues.
• Sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters, meet deadlines, and take ownership of assignments while recognizing when to seek guidance.
• Intellectual curiosity, a willingness to learn unfamiliar technologies, and the ability to collaborate across scientific, engineering, and business teams.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.