Intellectual Property Manager
About This Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled Intellectual Property Manager to accelerate our pipeline through innovative patent activities. As a member of our international team, you will contribute to our growth by providing comprehensive global patent law support for projects from start to product launch.
You will identify the patent landscape and expiration dates of relevant patents, conduct patent-related freedom-to-operate analyses, and develop solutions and strategies to avoid patents while minimizing risks.
In collaboration with external patent attorneys, you will challenge third-party patents, review contracts from a patent law perspective, and handle monitored patent applications.
You will advise departments on patent issues related to the projects and provide expert guidance on patent-related matters.
What We Are Looking For:
* A degree in Chemistry or Pharmacy is required.
* Excellent knowledge and substantial experience in European and German patent law are expected.
* Solid experience in freedom-to-operate analyses is desired.
* Ideal candidates bring professional experience from the patent department of an industrial company.
We offer a dynamic, international work environment with opportunities for personal development, flexible working hours, and a range of benefits including job ticket, childcare allowance, and health-promoting offers.