Bring More to Life
Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference in the world of life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology? At Leica Microsystems, part of Danaher’s family of 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives. We are united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.
Here, you’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where your unique viewpoint matters. By harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you’ll help turn ideas into impact—innovating at the speed of life.
Shape the Future with Us!
For over 175 years, Leica Microsystems has been at the forefront of groundbreaking optical and digital solutions. With a culture rooted in customer focus, innovation, and teamwork, we lead the market in microscopy, imaging, and analysis, unveiling the invisible and empowering our customers to build a better, healthier world.
Joining us means contributing to scientific discoveries and supporting surgeons in making critical decisions. Our advanced microscopes and AI-based image analysis solutions enable users to gain profound insights into development and engineering challenges. Here, you will work on meaningful projects alongside passionate colleagues, driving progress and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
Your Role: Senior IP Counsel
The Senior IP Counsel (Biochemical Assays, Dyes, Reagents, and Imaging Technologies) will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing an IP strategy for our portfolio. This position involves:
* Preparing, maintaining, defending, and enforcing intellectual property rights for the Life Science Research Division.
* Actively participating in product definition and development based on competitive intelligence.
* Conducting due diligence for the acquisition of new companies to strengthen our market position.
This position reports to the Chief IP Counsel and is part of the IP department located in Wetzlar or Mannheim. Please note, this is an on-site role.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
* Develop and implement a comprehensive IP strategy for the Life Science Research Division.
* Prepare and enforce patents in the areas of assays, dyes, reagents, and related imaging technologies.
* Provide strategic input during product development and definition phases.
* Conduct competitive intelligence to inform IP strategy and product development.
* Lead due diligence efforts during the acquisition of new companies.
* Defend against potential third-party IP challenges to protect the company’s market position.
* Negotiate, draft, and review IP-related agreements, including licensing and collaboration agreements.
Essential Requirements:
* Qualification as a National and European Patent Attorney; US patent attorney is a plus.
* An advanced degree in biochemistry or a related field; a PhD is preferred but not necessary.
* Strong intellectual property experience, including hands-on experience in prosecuting patents in Europe and the US.
* Advanced proficiency in English, both spoken and written.
* Proven experience in disputes pertaining to US patents in the relevant field.
* Experience in developing and implementing IP strategies within the life sciences sector.
Travel and Physical Requirements:
Ability to travel up to 15%, including overnight stays.
It Would Be a Plus If You Also Possess:
* Solid experience in drafting and negotiating IP-related agreements.
* A proven track record in conducting due diligence for mergers and acquisitions.
* Experience working in a matrixed organization.
Why Join Us?
At Leica Microsystems, a Danaher operating company, we offer a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that enhance your life beyond work. From healthcare programs to generous paid time off, our benefits contribute to your overall well-being.
Join our winning team today! Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
At Danaher, we value diversity and the unique perspectives that come from our associates, customers, and shareholders. Join us in making a difference!