Head of Intellectual Property

Description

Tris Pharma, Inc. (www.trispharma.com) is a leading privately-owned U.S. biopharmaceutical company with a focus on development and commercialization of innovative medicines in ADHD, spectrum disorders, anxiety, pain and addiction addressing unmet patient needs. We have >150 US and International patents and market several branded ADHD products in the U.S. We also license our products in the US and ex-US markets. We have a robust pipeline of innovative products spanning neuroscience and other therapeutic categories employing our proprietary science and technology.

Our science and technology make us unique, but our team members set us apart; they are the engine fueling Tris’ passion and innovation. Our colleagues understand the criticality of operating a successful business and take pride in the company’s success. Equally importance to each team member is how we interact with one another on a daily basis. We believe in each other and in respectful, open and honest communications to help support individual and team success.

We have an opening in our Monmouth Junction, NJ facility for an experienced attorney - Head, Intellectual Property.   

The Head, Intellectual Property is responsible for in-house preparation, strategy and management of the company’s patent and Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio.  

• Examines patents, file histories, prior art, ongoing litigations and citizen’s petitions to inform related strategies for development of 505(b)(1) and 505(b)(2) product applications and/or potential product acquisitions
• Assists in assessing and guiding formulation development in view of patents and potential future strategic litigation (Hatch-Waxman inclusive)
• Secures freedom-to-operate and patent analyses for in-house products and potential product or technology acquisitions
• Assists Research and Development (R&D) in the assessment of patents relating to bulk Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), route of synthesis, finished dosage forms and polymorphs
• Designs and manages prior art searches for targeted technologies or products
• Partners with R&D and Regulatory Affairs departments for preparation of Orange Book listings and patent certifications along with corresponding notice letters and detailed statements; Drafts and files global patent applications and secures patent rights
• Provides legal counsel and training on trademark protection, copyrights and trade secrets
• Oversees patent litigation and disputes
• Monitors legislative changes affecting pharmaceutical intellectual property
• Interacts cross-functionally to gather and analyze information necessary to optimize patent and IP portfolio; Assists with negotiations of IP license agreements 
• Attends internal meetings with key stakeholders to obtain subject matter background; Provides direction and support to ensure patentability requirements and strategic timing to align with company goals; Contributes expertise to R&D and IP team discussions to develop and execute strategy(ies) for patent preparation and filing efforts

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from accredited law school, including bar admission within one or more U.S. state(s) and minimum 10 years legal experience (at least 5 of those years specializing in patent preparation and prosecution) in/or supporting the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or related industry in positions of increasing strategic and leadership responsibility

• Strong knowledge of patent prosecution, FDA regulations and IP litigation

• Excellent understanding of patents in drug related regulatory environments including, but not limited to: procurement, enforcement, monetization, etc.
• Registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
• Current, hands-on experience preparing, filing and prosecuting patent applications
• Strong working knowledge of, and/or direct exposure to, pharmaceutical business functions and new product development processes (i.e., Compliance, R&D, Product Development, Regulatory Affairs, Government Affairs, etc.)

• Ability to influence without direct authority

Work Arrangements: We are a HYBRID work environment requiring local candidates to be able to work majority of week in office. Non-local candidates must be able to come into office multiple times a month. This position also requires some domestic and international travel, on occasion.  

Anticipated salary range: $250-310,000/year. Base salary offered is contingent on assessment of candidate’s education and experience level relative to requirements of the position and a review of related industry standards and internal equity.

Additional benefits: In addition to base salary, full-time employees are also eligible for incentives, including, but not limited to: bonus eligible, medical, dental, vision, Rx insurance, 401K with match, life insurance, paid Company Holidays, PTO, Paid Volunteer Time and Employee Resource Groups.    

Tris Pharma, Inc. offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package. To build and enhance our diverse workforce, we encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, women, LGBTQ, etc. Tris Pharma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-hybrid