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Pharmaceutical Patent Litigation Associate #22181 Silicon Valley

palo alto, CA

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Vanguard-IP lists this Pharmaceutical Patent Litigation Associate #22181 Silicon Valley opportunity in palo alto, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate will have experience in complex patent litigation matters involving life sciences, medical devices, and/or pharmaceutical technologies, including Hatch-Waxman litigation and strategic dispute counseling. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge matters for innovative clients across the biotechnology, medical device, and pharmaceutical industries.

Qualified applicants should hold an undergraduate degree in biology, chemistry, or a related scientific discipline relevant to the pharmaceutical industry. Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), or eligibility to obtain such registration, is preferred.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work on sophisticated life sciences patent disputes before federal courts and the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), while collaborating with a highly regarded team representing leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, writing, and advocacy skills, including experience taking and defending depositions, working closely with technical and expert witnesses, and managing complex litigation matters. A commitment to excellence and exceptional client service is essential.

Candidates for lawyer opportunities in the U.S. must have a law degree from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member of the Bar in the United States.

SUMMARY

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

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palo alto, CA, 94306, US

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