A leading pharmaceutical and biotechnological company focused on prevention and diagnosis for animal and human health.
European Patent Attorney Legal and Tax Flexible (Spain)
Ref : DV85126846 February 5, 2025
Functions
Our client is a pharmaceutical and biotechnological company specializing in prevention and diagnosis for animal and human health. They offer a broad range of innovative vaccines and advanced diagnostic services, with a strong international presence in over 40 countries, including subsidiaries, 11 diagnostic centres, and 6 production plants located in Europe (Spain) and America (Brazil). Their core focus is Research and Development, investing 15% of their annual turnover into R&D activities that leverage scientific advances to develop high-quality vaccines. They also develop medical devices and traceability services to enhance their vaccination offerings.
Position
We are seeking a talented Fully or Partially Qualified European Patent Attorney for our headquarters in Girona, Spain.
Responsibilities
* Assess innovative R&D developments with scientific staff and business units, providing IP advisory services.
* Prepare patent landscape and FTO analysis for EU and global R&D pipelines.
* Conduct state-of-the-art and patentability search reports.
* Maintain internal IP databases.
* Manage global prosecution of patent rights.
* Draft and handle oppositions, appeal proceedings, and observations before the EPO.
* Provide validity opinions and infringement advice to R&D and business units.
* Implement confidentiality measures to protect IP.
* Support business development with technical expertise.
Requirements
* Fully or partly passed EQE (European Qualifying Examination) (mandatory).
* Solid scientific background with a bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, chemistry, pharmaceuticals, or related life sciences.
* At least 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, especially in drafting and prosecuting patent applications, patentability, and FTO reports.
* Experience with biologicals and biotech products is preferred.
* Excellent command of English and Spanish; French and German are a plus.
* Strong technical, writing, communication, and analytical skills.
* Ability to analyze large data volumes for commercial decision-making.
* Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills to oversee IP work plans.
* Highly responsible, detail-oriented, and capable of managing strict deadlines and prioritizing workloads.
Why Join Our Client
* Engage in significant cases and long-term projects to expand knowledge and expertise.
* Work within a growing multinational company with 40 subsidiaries worldwide.
* Experience a multicultural environment across teams.
* Benefit from training and development programs.
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, nationality, disability, or age. Hiring decisions are based on merit, competence, and company needs.
Application
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