Who we are looking forThis is what you will doChiesi is seeking an experienced
US Patent Agent or US Patent Attorney to support the protection, development, and strategic management of its global intellectual property portfolio. The role combines hands-on US patent prosecution with meaningful participation in IP due diligence activities supporting licensing, acquisitions, collaborations, and business development initiatives.
You'll be responsible for:Patent Preparation and Prosecution- Draft and prosecute US patent applications before the USPTO.
- Develop patent filing and claim strategies for pharmaceutical products and technologies.
- Manage Office Actions, examiner interviews, continuations, and divisional applications.
- Coordinate with inventors, scientists, and external counsel.
Portfolio Management- Support lifecycle management and portfolio optimization.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen patent protection around pipeline and marketed products.
- Contribute to global patent filing strategies.
IP Due Diligence Support- Support patent due diligence for licensing, M&A, partnerships, and external innovation opportunities.
- Assess patent portfolios, prosecution histories, claim scope, and filing strategies.
- Identify IP opportunities, risks, and value drivers associated with potential transactions.
- Collaborate with Business Development, Legal, R&D, and Commercial teams.
- Prepare IP due diligence assessments and portfolio evaluation reports.
- Coordinate with external counsel during transactions and strategic collaborations.
Competitive and Strategic Support- Monitor competitor patent activity and emerging technology trends.
- Support patent landscape and patentability analyses.
- Contribute to strategic portfolio decisions and external innovation assessments.
You will need to have- USPTO-registered Patent Agent or Attorney in good standing.
- Bachelors degree
- Minimum 5 years of patent prosecution experience.
- Demonstrated experience supporting IP due diligence activities for licensing, acquisitions, collaborations, or business development transactions.
- Strong knowledge of US patent law and pharmaceutical patent practice.
- Experience evaluating patent portfolios, prosecution histories, and claim strategies.
- Ability to communicate IP risks and opportunities to both technical and business stakeholders.
- Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
We would prefer for you to have- PhD in a life sciences discipline or JD
- In-house pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience.
- Experience supporting licensing-in, licensing-out, M&A, and strategic alliance transactions.
- Familiarity with Hatch-Waxman, Orange Book listings, patent term extensions, and regulatory exclusivities.
- Experience preparing due diligence reports and portfolio assessments for senior management.
- International portfolio management experience, including PCT and ex-US patent strategies.
LocationHybrid role based in Cary, NC office preferred. Open to remote candidates based in Eastern time zone. #LI-Hybrid
What we offerNo matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.
We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.
