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Patent Counsel, Public Biopharma Company, Seattle, WA

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Harris Legal Search has been hired by a NASDAQ-traded biopharmaceutical company to recruit a patent counsel. 

This hire will secure and maintain patent applications to protect the Company’s inventions; review prior art and other patents in connection with opinions; ensure protection of the Company’s trade secrets; draft and review technology transfer, licensing, development, and commercialization agreements concerning intellectual property; perform intellectual property due diligence; and review proposed Company publications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work with Company research and development personnel to identify and evaluate corporate biotechnology inventions for patentability and determine optimal strategy for protection.
  • Prepare and prosecute patent applications.
  • Draft agreements pertaining to intellectual property, including research agreements, commercialization agreements, technology transfer agreements, and licenses.
  • Review proposed Company presentations, publications, and releases to protect intellectual property rights.
  • Evaluate Company research and development activities and third-party patents with respect to freedom to operate.
  • Review, search, and complete due diligence evaluation of acquisition or licensing opportunities.
  • Prepare legal opinions and analyses of patents.
  • Review significant corporate legal documents and provide input on intellectual property issues.
  • Provide general legal advice and represents the Company in matters relating to intellectual property law.

EXPERIENCE

  • Degree in relevant biology or chemistry field, with knowledge and understanding of biotechnology.
  • J.D. degree.
  • Admitted to practice law in at least one state (Washington State preferred.)
  • Admitted to the USPTO.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in patent preparation and prosecution at a law firm, corporation, and/or USPTO.
  • Ability to understand science related to the Company’s biopharmaceutical research and development programs, and to interact as a scientific peer with research and development team members.
  • Strong verbal and written communications.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail.

COMPENSATION

Base salary is $165,00 – 210,000, with bonus and equity based on relevant experience.  Excellent benefits.

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About Harris Legal Search

Harris Legal Search is an attorney search firm with an extensive track record of recruiting and placing lawyers with leading law firms, corporations, and non-profits throughout the Northwest and nationwide. By taking each case personally, and listening carefully to the needs and challenges of our clients and candidates, we strive to make ideal matches that endure over time. We pride ourselves on providing the highest standard of service, and establishing productive and long-lasting relationships.

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