IPR Executive

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented IP Associate with a strong background in Chemistry and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) to join our growing team in the pharmaceutical sector. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and protecting the company s intellectual property assets, particularly in the areas of drug development and innovation. This role involves close collaboration with R&D, legal, and regulatory teams to ensure alignment of IP strategy with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Patent Drafting & Filing

• Draft and file patent applications in India and internationally (PCT, USPTO, EPO, etc.).

• Prepare technical documents and claims in coordination with inventors and R&D personnel.

Patent Prosecution

• Manage the prosecution of filed patents, responding to office actions, and coordinating with external agents and patent offices globally.

• Ensure timely follow-up and compliance with deadlines for patent applications.

Patentability, FTO & Prior Art Searches

• Conduct comprehensive patentability assessments, Freedom to Operate (FTO) analyses, and prior art searches using various databases and tools (e.g., Derwent, PatBase, Orbit).

• Interpret search results and prepare reports to support R&D and regulatory decisions.

Collaboration & Strategic Input

• Work closely with R&D teams to identify and capture innovations for IP protection.

• Provide strategic input on IP matters in product development and lifecycle management.

• Liaise with external counsel and internal stakeholders to align legal and scientific perspectives.

IP Database Management & Compliance

• Maintain and update IP databases and docketing systems to track all IP assets and deadlines.

• Ensure full compliance with filing and prosecution requirements across jurisdictions.

Competitive Landscape Monitoring

• Continuously monitor the IP landscape and competitor filings to identify opportunities and threats.

• Provide regular updates and insights to management and R&D teams.

Training & Compliance Support

• Support internal IP awareness initiatives, training sessions, and SOPs for R&D teams.

• Ensure IP compliance across all stages of R&D, including documentation and lab practices.

Preferred Skills & Attributes:

• Strong understanding of Indian and international patent laws (US, EP, PCT).

• Experience in pharmaceutical or chemical patent drafting and prosecution.

• Proficient in IP search databases and analytical tools.

• Excellent communication, legal writing, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and coordinate across departments.

• An LLB or diploma in IPR is a strong advantage.

Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry; LLB preferred
Experience: 3 6 Years
Industry: Pharmaceutical Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)