Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$210k–$331k/yr
Job Description Patent Attorney Are you interested in the intersection of scientific innovation and property law, especially how to efficiently capture innovation with intellectual property, incentivize continued R&D and…
Skills: Patent prosecution, Intellectual property law, Patent drafting, Biopharmaceutical industry, Patentability assessments
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$82k–$220k/yr
Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful a…
Skills: Thermal Desktop, Finite Element Analysis, Analytical Modeling, Root Cause Analysis, Hardware Validation
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$39k–$111k/yr
Job Description The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research and Development Division can provide you with great devel…
Skills: Cell biology, Molecular biology, Primary cell culture, Cell line culture, CRISPR
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Remote OK
$95k–$142k/yr
Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our coll…
Skills: Account management, Business development, Laboratory automation, Workflow scheduling software, Technical sales
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Remote OK
Summary The Head of Regulatory Affairs leads ARTBIO’s regulatory function for clinical-stage radiopharmaceutical programs, ensuring clear strategy, compliant execution, and effective engagement with health authorities. T…
Skills: Regulatory strategy, Clinical-stage radiopharmaceutical programs, FDA interactions, Global health authority engagement, IND submissions
BiogenCambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
About This Role: As a Senior Pharmacovigilance (PV) Scientist, you will play a pivotal role as a product lead within the Safety team, overseeing and spearheading critical PV activities. Your responsibilities encompass ma…
Skills: Pharmacovigilance, Signal management, Aggregate reporting, PSUR, DSUR
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$275k–$336k/yr
Why Join Intellia? Our mission is to develop curative genome editing treatments that can positively transform the lives of people living with severe and life-threatening diseases. Beyond our science, we live our four cor…
Skills: Global brand strategy, US marketing, Commercialization, Launch preparation, Strategic planning
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$39k–$111k/yr
Job Description The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and include working on one or more specially designed projects. These opportunities in our Research & Development Division can provi…
Skills: Chemical biology, Proteomics, Chemoproteomics, Mammalian cell culture, Molecular biology
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$39k–$111k/yr
Job Description The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts up to 6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research and Development Division can provide y…
Skills: In vitro assay execution, Cell culture, Molecular biology, Cellular biology, Endothelial barrier function
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$149k–$215k/yr
Job title: Global Associate Director, HCP Education and Engagement Strategy - IgG4-RD Location: Cambridge, MA Travel Expected: 25% About the Job: The Global Associate Director, HCP Education and Engagement Strategy will …
Skills: HCP Engagement, Strategic Planning, Content Development, KOL Management, Project Management
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$39k–$111k/yr
Job Description The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and include working on one or more specially designed projects. These opportunities in our Research & Development Division can provi…
Skills: Chemical biology, Proteomics, Chemoproteomics, Mammalian cell culture, Molecular biology
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$180k–$210k/yr
Division: Detection, in close partnership with SecureBio AI Start date: as soon as possible Status: Full-Time SecureBio employee Starting compensation: $180,000 to $210,000, depending on experience Visa sponsorship avail…
Skills: AI-Assisted Lab Optimization, Detection, Laboratory Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Electrical Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience. 2 years of experience working in a robotics technical envi…
Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, CAD Modeling, Finite Element Analysis, Precision Actuation
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
Company Description By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise…
Skills: Office administration, Project management, Time management, Organizational skills, Communication skills
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$122k–$177k/yr
Job title: Manager Franchise Operations Global Rare Diseases Location: Cambridge, MA About the Job The Global Rare Diseases Franchise is a key strategic business unit within Sanofi, focused on developing and delivering l…
Skills: Project management, Operational management, Communication, Organizational skills, Time management
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Remote OK
$146k–$211k/yr
Job Title: Field Based Medical Location: Cambridge, MA About the Job: The Transplant Medical Science Liaison (MSL) provides comprehensive medical and scientific information in connection with Sanofi products. The Transpl…
Skills: Medical science liaison, Transplant medicine, Clinical research, Scientific communication, Disease state education
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$134k–$193k/yr
Job Title: Senior Quality Engineer, In Vitro Diagnostics Location: Cambridge, MA About the Job The Senior Quality Engineer – In Vitro Diagnostics is a senior subject matter expert responsible for ensuring the quality, sa…
Skills: Quality management systems, Regulatory compliance, ISO 13485, EU IVDR, FDA 21 CFR Part 820
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$125k–$164k/yr
At Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai’s human health care (hhc) mission. We’re a growing pharmaceutical company that…
Skills: Patent searching, Chemical structure searching, Markush searching, Reaction searching, Competitive intelligence
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$50/hr–$100/hr
POTENTIAL INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR INSTRUCTIONAL ASSIGNMENTS Program: Science Instructor Opportunities Location: On-site at partner schools; varies by assignment Teaching Mode: In Person Grade Levels: Elementary, Middle, a…
Skills: Science instruction, Classroom facilitation, STEM education, Project-based learning, Scientific inquiry
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$128k–$176k/yr
Who We Are Flagship Pioneering is a biotechnology company that invents and builds platform companies that change the world. We bring together the greatest scientific minds with entrepreneurial company builders and assemb…
Skills: Data engineering, Cloud-native data architectures, AWS, Python, SQL
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The Patent Counsel will work with R&D teams to identify inventions, conduct patentability assessments, and draft and prosecute patent applications for chemical and biological sciences. Additionally, the role involves conducting freedom to operate analyses and supporting business development activities through intellectual property due diligence.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in biological, pharmaceutical, or chemical sciences and a law degree from an accredited US institution. Applicants are required to be registered with the USPTO and possess at least five years of experience in patent prosecution within a law firm or corporate setting.
Are you interested in the intersection of scientific innovation and property law, especially how to efficiently capture innovation with intellectual property, incentivize continued R&D and drive access to life-saving medicines for patients? If so, the Patent Counsel role at our Company could be an ideal opportunity for you. We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our team in New Jersey or Massachusetts.
In this role, you will work directly with our internal R&D team to identify inventions, conduct patentability assessments, and draft and prosecute patent applications for novel chemical sciences inventions. The position will support programs in all phases of development, from discovery through development and commercialization, and allows for the support of programs in areas (including different therapeutic areas and modalities). This role also provides exposure to and interaction with major areas of the business including discovery, development, manufacturing, and supply, regulatory, business development, commercial groups, and other legal functions.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:
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The salary range for this role is
$210,400.00 - $331,100.00This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.
The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.
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At MSD, known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA in the United States and Canada, we are unified around our purpose: We use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world. For more than 130 years, we have brought hope to humanity through the development of important medicines and vaccines. We aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company in the world – and today, we are at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. We foster a diverse and inclusive global workforce and operate responsibly every day to enable a safe, sustainable and healthy future for all people and communities. For more information, visit www.msd.com and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
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