Intellectual Property Director

Role Summary

Intellectual Property Director. Role focuses on managing and developing the patent portfolio, coordinating with the legal department on patent litigation, and engaging in continuous learning to handle highly technical topics. Responsibilities include performing related duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the management and development of Vanda’s patent portfolio
• Coordinate with Vanda legal department to support Vanda’s patent litigation efforts
• Learn something new every day; become conversant in dozens of highly technical topics; develop proficiencies
• Perform other related duties as requested or as responsibilities dictate

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in patent prosecution and portfolio management
• PhD in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, bioengineering, or other related field
• Strong interpersonal skills, work ethic, and ability to work independently
• Ability to identify underlying issues in complex situations
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities, organize time, meet deadlines, and handle highly confidential information with discretion
• Ability to make decisions and justify legal recommendations
• Customer service oriented with a positive attitude
• Willingness to 'roll up your sleeves' and learn every day
• Strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite

Skills

• Patent prosecution
• Portfolio management
• Legal coordination for patent litigation
• Technical proficiency across biological/chemical disciplines
• Communication
• Decision making and discretion

Education

• PhD in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related field

Additional Requirements

• Job title may vary based on candidate's level of experience
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation; however, reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would impose undue hardship
• Travel requirements not specified