Job highlights

- Experience in pharmaceutical or chemical patent drafting and prosecution. . . . Proficient in IP search databases and analytical tools. . .
- LLB preferred
- Experience: 3 6 Years

: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented IP Associate with a strong background in Chemistry and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) to join our growing team in the pharmaceutical sector. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and protecting the company s intellectual property assets, particularly in the areas of drug development and innovation. This role involves close collaboration with R&D;, legal, and regulatory teams to ensure alignment of IP strategy with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Patent Drafting & Filing

- Draft and file patent applications in India and internationally (PCT, USPTO, EPO, etc.).
- Prepare technical documents and claims in coordination with inventors and R&D; personnel.

Patent Prosecution

- Manage the prosecution of filed patents, responding to office actions, and coordinating with external agents and patent offices globally.
- Ensure timely follow-up and compliance with deadlines for patent applications.

Patentability, FTO & Prior Art Searches

- Conduct comprehensive patentability assessments, Freedom to Operate (FTO) analyses, and prior art searches using various databases and tools (e.g., Derwent, PatBase, Orbit).
- Interpret search results and prepare reports to support R&D; and regulatory decisions.

Collaboration & Strategic Input





- Work closely with R&D; teams to identify and capture innovations for IP protection.
- Provide strategic input on IP matters in product development and lifecycle management.
- Liaise with external counsel and internal stakeholders to align legal and scientific perspectives.

IP Database Management & Compliance

- Maintain and update IP databases and docketing systems to track all IP assets and deadlines.
- Ensure full compliance with filing and prosecution requirements across jurisdictions.

Competitive Landscape Monitoring

- Continuously monitor the IP landscape and competitor filings to identify opportunities and threats.
- Provide regular updates and insights to management and R&D; teams.

Training & Compliance Support

- Support internal IP awareness initiatives, training sessions, and SOPs for R&D; teams.
- Ensure IP compliance across all stages of R&D;, including documentation and lab practices.

Preferred Skills & Attributes:

- Strong understanding of Indian and international patent laws (US, EP, PCT).
- Experience in pharmaceutical or chemical patent drafting and prosecution.
- Proficient in IP search databases and analytical tools.
- Excellent communication, legal writing, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and coordinate across departments.
- An LLB or diploma in IPR is a solid advantage.

Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry; LLB preferred

Experience: 3 6 Years

Industry: Pharmaceutical Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)

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